Johnny Barlow

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I'm a Bristol-based freelance musician, tutor and lecturer with over thirty years in the music industry.

About

I’m a Bristol-based freelance musician, tutor and lecturer with over thirty years in the music industry. I work as a guitarist, songwriter and composer, delivering private guitar tuition, small group workshops, and large-class ensembles, alongside guest lectures at BIMM University in Bristol.

My projects span from solo albums to touring with Ian Prowse & Amsterdam, to composing for COP28 in collaboration with BIMM and Exeter University. I value honesty, reliability and clear communication, and I aim to bring passion and discipline to education and collaboration.

  • 30 years' experience
  • Joined November 2024

Industry experience

  • Media & Entertainment
  • Education
  • Professional Services
  • Other

Work experience· 17 roles

Guest Lecturer · BIMM University (Bristol)Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Freelance guest lecturer in music education and industry.

Guest Lecturer · BIMM University (Bristol)Jan 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 11 mos

Freelance guest lecturer at BIMM University (Bristol).

Composer / Performer · COP28 Project (BIMM Bristol & Exeter University)Nov 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 1 mo

Invited to compose for COP28 in collaboration with BIMM and Exeter University for the 'We Are The Possible' project; one of three songs adopted as the anthem.

Songwriter/Arranger/Producer · COP28 project (in collaboration with BIMM and Exeter University)Jan 2023 – Present · 3 yrs 11 mos
Composer / Arranger / Producer · Self (The Fosse Way)Jan 2010 – Sep 2025 · 15 yrs 9 mos
Composer/Producer · Self-Produced Album: The Fosse WayJan 2010 – Sep 2025 · 15 yrs 9 mos
Music Tutor & Lecturer · Bristol Beacon / BIMM University (Bristol)Jan 2008 – Present · 18 yrs 11 mos
Music Tutor and Lecturer · South West MusicJan 2008 – Present · 18 yrs 11 mos

Education· 15

MA in Music Composition for Film and Television · University of Bristol2023 – 2025
BMus (Hons) in Performance and Songwriting · BIMM University (Bristol)2020 – 2023
A Levels (Philosophy, Psychology) · West Cheshire College of FE1990 – 1993
GCSE English Language · West Cheshire College of FE1990 – 1993

Certifications and awards· 9

CrossFit Level 1 Trainer2030 – 2025
Olympic Weightlifting Coach - Level 12030 – 2025
2nd Dan in Shotokan Karate2030 – 2025
CrossFit Level 1 Trainer2030 – 2025

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