Juan Rodriguez, also known as John or John Henry was born in Castroville, Texas and raised in Hondo, Texas. He became interested in playing the drum at a very early age when his Uncle Chuy, who had his own conjunto band, taught him some of the basic rhythms. After becoming a good drummer, John started to play with his uncle’s group and soon after formed his own band called Orlando and the Blue Jades. He later played with other bands such as Tab and His Topcats and Ramon Villa & Su Orchestra, which was considered one of the best bands in town at the time.

During John’s freshman year, he formed Freddie and the Royal Sound and recorded three 45’s that included the song, “A Tomar,” which made the top 10 list for Radio KEDA in San Antonio. During his high school career, John also had the opportunity to play with The Royal Jesters, one of his all time favorite bands. After high school, John Henry attended Texas A & I University in Kingsville where he received his Bachelor of Music degree and continued playing with several local bands. Four years later, he began teaching and eventually moved to Pharr, Texas where he is currently employed as a band director with PSJA ISD. While in the Valley, John has played with several jazz, rock and country groups including, “Rondo,” which he formed with a group of band director friends. He also was given the opportunity to accompany Myron Floren from Lawrence Welk Orchestra. John Henry now plays exclusively with Noe’ Pro and the Band and has done so for the past seven years.