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John Lawry (born June 15 , 1951 in Millington, Michigan ) is a Christian musician, composer, producer, and songwriter. He is most remembered for being the keyboardist of legendary Christian Rock Band Petra during their most prolific years. Lawry showed musical skills from an early age. When he was 9, he learned to play the Accordion . When he grew up he went to Millington High School and was involved in the school band. He graduated in 1969 and continued working in music. Lawry contributed to several projects during the following years. In 1982 , he joined the Joe English Band and recorded three albums with them. He also recorded with the band ''Forerunner''. In 1984 he joined Petra recording a total of nine albums with the band. During this period, the band won two Grammys and several other awards. In 1990 , Lawry released a solo album called ''Media Alert''. He also played a keyboard solo on Greg X. Volz (former Petra lead singer) first solo effort released in 1986 . Lawry left Petra in 1994 to dedicate to a career producing and recording. He also released another solo album in 1997 titled ''Excursions''. In 2005 , Lawry joined the stage again with Petra during one of the band's final presentations that was released as the ''Petra Farewell'' CD and DVD. TRIVIA
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