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Jared Barnes
Musician, Composer, Educator

WELCOME

Thank you for your interest in my work, and for stopping by to learn more! Please feel free to reach out if have any questions, comments, or if you are interested in commissioning a new work.

NEW PIECE RELEASED

I'm excited to share a new piece that has just been released by Alfred Music as part of their 2026 catalog!

Heist draws inspiration from the iconic sounds and styles of 1960s spy movies while also incorporating contemporary, energetic rhythms and grooves. While the brass and percussion sections are prominent within the piece, the woodwinds also enjoy several features.

The piece follows our protagonist as they expertly execute their mission with stealth and, most importantly, style. Everything is going according to plan until an alarm gets tripped and a race to escape ensues. Do they complete their mission and get away in time? Were they acting for the forces of good or evil? You decide!

Be sure to check out the Concert Band page for a full list of all of my pieces!

FEATURED FESTIVAL & POP SELECTIONS

Spearfish Canyon

From the bold chords of the opening statement to the lush, shifting harmonic progressions, this piece captures the grandeur of this South Dakota canyon's majestic mountains, and the winding waters of Spearfish Creek.

Published by Alfred Music

J.W. Pepper Editors' Choice

Stanton's Sheet Music Five Star Feature
Teaching Music through Performance in Band, Volume 12

To Light

This reflective piece explores a path through the complex emotions of loss and uncertainty to a place of peace and resolution.

Published by Alfred Music
J.W. Pepper Editors' Choice
Texas UIL Presecribed Music List, Grade 3

I See the Light, from Tangled

This lush, expressive arrangement of "I See the Light" from Disney's Tangled has been written to be accessible to concert bands of all sizes. It's sure to be a favorite of audiences and performers alike!

Published by Sheet Music Direct
Also available at J.W. Pepper

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