A diabetic for over 40 years, Jonathon has had both legs amputated below the knee and is legally blind. He gets around quite well on his prosthetics and sees with an open heart.

In 1984, he suggested that it would be inspiring to play music for the runners in the Big Sur International Marathon. Each year, Yamaha places a concert grand piano next to the Bixby Bridge on Highway 1, and with the strategic placement of speakers, Jonathon's piano can be heard echoing throughout the canyons.

This event has been covered by CNN, and in its 15th year is now referred to as the "Musical Marathon."

Since his first release in 1982, Jonathon has single-handedly promoted his peaceful and romantic music, building a mailing list of thousands and is supplying fine specialty stores and art galleries around the world with his music. With a truly eclectic and diversified audience spanning the globe, Jonathon enjoys sharing his music with an ever-expanding audience. He oftentimes reflects that at any given time of day, someone somewhere is listening to his recordings.