How it began
Roadhouse music got it’s beginning back in the late 1980’s when it was only a faint dream. With education, experience, and dedication, Roadhouse Music is now a reality.
As we strive to become your source for music products, we welcome the opportunity to introduce ourselves to you, and look forward to serving you in the highest capacity that we can.
Our Philosophy
Music Education is first and foremost at Roadhouse Music. Dedication and belief in the artistic side of life has lead many people to greatness throughout their careers. We believe that creating a positive and stimulating environment will give students a chance to express themselves better through music.
Private lessons are available on a variety of instruments, with only well trained instructors. As our teaching staff grows, we hope to have instructors for every instrument. For private lesson information, or to schedule lessons please email lessons@roadhousemusic.org
Quality instruments and accessories are a must. We pride ourselves on carrying only top name brands, at reasonable prices.
About the Owners:
John Mark is a 1984 graduate of Cardinal High School in Middlefield, Ohio. At Cardinal he was in band, choir, Cardinaires Swing Choir, and was in a number of musicals. Following high school he attended Hiram College and graduated with a double degree in Music Education and Performance. Though his main focus after college was to be business oriented, he has teaching experience in both vocal and instrumental music, and has also taught many private students over the years. With a performance major in trumpet and euphonium, and minors in trombone and tuba, he has studied under Dr. Robert Fleming, Mr. John Krauss, Mr. Randall Fusco, and Mr. John Olson.
As a buyer, and salesman for a large music store for almost four years, John Mark has the experience to negotiate good bargains, and can pass these savings on to his customers. His experiences there also included a weekly sales route, providing support for Warren City Schools and other schools in Trumbull and Portage Counties.
For the past 12 years John Mark has worked in Middlefield at Farmers Welding Supply, Inc., an established company started by his parents in 1981. Being Vice-President of this corporation he learned the ins and outs of small business. Here the jobs varied from sales, buying, repairs and maintenance, shipping and receiving, to being in charge of computer maintenance, compliance with DOT, EPA, FDA, OSHA, hazmat regulations, and more.
Besides soloing with the Hiram College Concert Band a number of times, he was also a member of Hiram Jazz Ensemble. He was a member of the Don Burns Orchestra for four years, and played with the Bernie Regazzo Orchestra, and other small groups over the years as well. He is a self-taught guitar player, and enjoys all types of music. He currently plays trumpet with "Sophisticated Swing", a 18 piece big band from Middlefield, Ohio. He also plays guitar with the Middlefield First United Methodist Praise Team.
John Mark has been active in the Middlefield community coaching little league baseball for over 10 years. He is active with his church and helping with the Youth in the area.
Tracy is a 1987 graduate of Crestwood High School in Mantua Ohio. She attended Hiram College, studying Elementary Education and Child Psychology.
Tracy played clarinet and oboe in high school, and was also in choir and many musicals. She played oboe with the Hiram College Concert Band while attending school there. She has volunteered at the Hattie Larlham Foundation, and also volunteers her time at Jordak Elementary in Middlefield whenever she can, or is needed.
Accounting and customer relations are other assets learned while working at Middlefield Banking Co., and Farmers Welding Supply, Inc.
The two were married in 1989, and have three children. They also have a bloodhound, “Jeb”, who is one of the biggest kids in the house.