Jonathan Newman

JONATHAN NEWMAN composes music rich with rhythmic drive and intricate sophistication, creating broadly colored musical works that incorporate styles of pop, blues, jazz, folk, and funk into otherwise classical models. Trained as a pianist, trombonist, and singer, his work is informed by an upbringing performing in orchestras, singing in jazz choirs, playing in marching bands, and accompanying himself in talent shows. From opera to bubblegum pop, Newman delivers a new perspective on American...See more

JONATHAN NEWMAN composes music rich with rhythmic drive and intricate sophistication, creating broadly colored musical works that incorporate styles of pop, blues, jazz, folk, and funk into otherwise classical models. Trained as a pianist, trombonist, and singer, his work is informed by an upbringing performing in orchestras, singing in jazz choirs, playing in marching bands, and accompanying himself in talent shows. From opera to bubblegum pop, Newman delivers a new perspective on American concert music. Selected other titles available from OK FEEL GOOD MUSIC - jonathannewman.com: NOVEL ROMANCE, variations for winds (2018) MASS, chorus, vocal trio, and chamber orchestra (2018) AGNUS DEI, a cappella chorus and vocal trio (2018) BECK: FROM SONG READER, mixed sextet (2017) MERIDIAN, orchestra (2016) PRAYERS OF STEEL, brass quintet (2013) BLOW IT UP, START AGAIN, orchestra (2011). See less