He has had works performed and recorded by Buddy Rich, Woody Herman, Count Basie, Dizzy Gillespie, Mel Torme’, Chaka Khan, Harry James, Bill Watrous, and Phil Woods just to name a few. John’s Grammy® nominated big band CD “On The Wild Side” along with “Fantazm” and his latest “Caravan” have been met with tremendous artistic and commercial success. In addition to his work in jazz, Mr. La Barbera has created works for diverse large ensembles and chamber orchestras. John is a Professor Emeritus at the University of Louisville School of Music and also active as a clinician and lecturer in colleges and schools throughout the U.S. and abroad. His career has been profiled in dozens of publications and encyclopedias and his published works are considered standards in the field of jazz. education.