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John Katchur

Music that makes the heart grow dangerously large

About Me


On Songwriting and Performing…
“A great song speaks to the depths of the soul. There is nothing like hearing a live performance of a great song by a masterful artist. A good listener transcends the experience of being ‘entertained’ and becomes a participant in an exchange of energy that elevates the spirit. This is the realm of inspiration that, in today’s American culture, is becoming frighteningly scarce.” ~Jorge Udler
John Katchur became a notable force on the San Diego singer/songwriter scene in the early 90’s, winning the San Diego Music Award for Best Acoustic Artist. Katchur has made his living performing and producing music for nearly 20 years. His music ranges widely in genre but is distinct in style. By merging acoustic/songwriter sensibilities with eclectic textures of various styles, Katchur leaves description plausible for only one tune at a time.
Watch our puppet film Opie: Portrait of an Artist
The convictions and philosophies of Opie and his troop of traveling puppets are examined in this mockumentary.
Watch part 1 below...
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Music:

Member Since: 6/12/2006
Band Website: youtube.com/watch?v=x0_nLuo8WLo
Band Members: John Katchur: acoustic and electric guitar, vocals, cello, bass, drums, keys;Jerry Goodman: violin;Bill Ray: drums;Jeff Berkley: djembe;Art Fisher: Flute
Influences: Shawn Cassidy, that song about muskrats, the ghostly moans coming from my neighbor's apartment.
Sounds Like: a nest of angry hornets
Record Label: Libbys
Type of Label: Major

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WATCH OUR MOVIE!!!

My beautiful and talented wife, Margaret, and I created this film for your viewing pleasure.  Take a minute (or 45) to check it out.Opie:Portrait of an Artist The convictions and philosophies of...
Posted by John Katchur on Wed, 14 Jun 2006 01:25:00 PST