Jonathan Barlow is a conservatory trained guitarist and multi-instrumental tv and film composer. He’s published by Universal, Warner Chappell, BMG, APM, and EMI who place his music in shows on ESPN, TBS, Discovery, DIY, Fox Sports, Animal Planet, NPR, PBS, and more. His music has been on-screen with Daniel Radcliffe, Steve Buscemi, Tiger Woods, Chip and Joanna Gaines, Jane Goodall and others. He’s made music for several Emmy winning shows, ads for major brands, museum exhibits, and films screened at festivals like SXSW, AFI DOCS, and Festival de Cannes.

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“slick instrumental tracks, creative and enjoyable”

Indie Shuffle Jason Grishkoff

“innovative…Barlow has carved a place for himself”

Classical Guitar Magazine Sandra Smith

“his music creates a world you want to live inside”

Indie Shuffle Jami Selikow

“super-powerful, stunning music”

Soundsphere Magazine British music & culture guide

“his music captures the essence of artfulness, ingenuity and exploration”

Marmoset Music Journal Music licensing agency

“his music has been receiving a lot of praise from the SFMOMA crowd”

Jennifer Sonderby Design Director, San Francisco Museum of Modern Art

“His arrangements are tasteful, impeccably written, and exceptionally enjoyable”

Rovi Music Album Review

“We applaud Barlow’s musical endeavors”

ASCAP Plus Award American Society of Composers Authors & Publishers

“Fabulous”

Andrew Liepins Guitarnotes

“A masterful performance”

Mike D. Brownell All Music Guide

“Really wonderful!”

Alison Young Classical Minnesota Public Radio

“Superb”

Steve Marsh Classical Guitar Magazine