I’m Jarrett Bastow, a professional bassist and educator based in Northwest Arkansas. I perform as Principal Bass with the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas and lead a virtual and in-person studio, helping students and freelance musicians develop solid technique, healthy practice habits, and expressive playing. I enjoy coaching ensembles, preparing students for auditions, and sharing the joy of making music with communities. In addition to performing, I pursue certifications in grant proposal writing and change management, earned a MA in Leadership & Cultural Management, and a Master of Music. I’m passionate about building sustainable careers for musicians through practical business skills, mentoring, and thoughtful artistry.

Jarrett Bastow

I’m Jarrett Bastow, a professional bassist and educator based in Northwest Arkansas. I perform as Principal Bass with the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas and lead a virtual and in-person studio, helping students and freelance musicians develop solid technique, healthy practice habits, and expressive playing. I enjoy coaching ensembles, preparing students for auditions, and sharing the joy of making music with communities. In addition to performing, I pursue certifications in grant proposal writing and change management, earned a MA in Leadership & Cultural Management, and a Master of Music. I’m passionate about building sustainable careers for musicians through practical business skills, mentoring, and thoughtful artistry.

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I’m Jarrett Bastow, a professional bassist and educator based in Northwest Arkansas. I perform as Principal Bass with the Symphony of Northwest Arkansas and lead a virtual and in-person studio, helping students and freelance musicians develop solid technique, healthy practice habits, and expressive playing. I enjoy coaching ensembles, preparing students for auditions, and sharing the joy of making music with communities.

In addition to performing, I pursue certifications in grant proposal writing and change management, earned a MA in Leadership & Cultural Management, and a Master of Music. I’m passionate about building sustainable careers for musicians through practical business skills, mentoring, and thoughtful artistry.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Principal Bass at Symphony of Northwest Arkansas
January 1, 2013 - Present
Principal bassist in the symphony; responsibilities include leading sections, performing solos, and contributing to ensemble cohesion and community engagement.
Section Bass at Tulsa Symphony
January 1, 2013 - Present
Section bassist providing foundational orchestral support and frequent collaborations within concerts and programs.
Assistant Principal Bass at Springfield Symphony Orchestra
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2022
Assistant principal bass; supported leadership of the string sections and performed with the orchestra in a range of repertoire.
Owner & Instructor at Low End String Academy
January 1, 2008 - Present
Owner and instructor for a long-running studio offering in-person and virtual cello and double bass instruction using Suzuki and Vance methods, with emphasis on ergonomic technique and mindset-based learning.
Founder & Instructor at Strung Low Teaching Studio
January 1, 2025 - Present
Founder & Instructor for a comprehensive virtual training platform focused on double bass and cello, emphasizing injury prevention, performance confidence, and long-term growth.
Founder & Clinician Lead at Bisectional Low String Clinician Services
January 1, 2024 - Present
Founding clinician providing bass and cello clinics, sectionals, and workshops across multiple districts with focus on tone, posture, audition prep, and adaptive strategies.
Founder & Career Coach at Opus Freelance Music Coaching
January 1, 2025 - Present
Remote coaching platform to empower music students and freelance musicians to build sustainable, balanced, and profitable careers through structured support and resources.

Education

Certificate at Fort Hays State University
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Certificate at Cornell University (eCornell)
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019
Master of Arts in Leadership & Cultural Management at Colorado State University
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2018
Bachelor of Music at Ithaca College
January 1, 2011 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

Grant Proposal Writing Certificate
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2020
Change Management Certificate
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Education, Professional Services, Other