Dr. Daniel Barry is a highly accomplished composer, conductor, and trumpet player based in Seattle, Washington. His intriguing music falls primarily into the Jazz genre, but integrates elements garnered from advanced Classical music studies and residency and festival performances throughout the world, in particular Brazil and Peru. Daniel was recently honored with a Fulbright Scholarship, and will serve as Composer-In-Residence at the Univeridade Estadual de Campinas, Brazil, in 2012. He also currently writes for and performs regularly with his chamber music group Walk All Ways.
"Barry’s strength as a composer lies in his ability to develop simple motifs into intricately arranged musical stories. Walk All Ways, at once romantic and satirical, is a successful encapsulation of Barry’s vision of the modern musical world. The sounds are fresh, imaginative and worthy of repeated listening." - John Barron, All About Jazz - "Superbly crafted charts... fresh, imaginative approach." - David Franklin, JazzTimes - "Barry's compositions (Music of the Spheres) sound like (Luciano) Berio on morphine, underwater. And this is not a bad thing. These pieces make for great ambient music..." - C. Michael Bailey, All About Jazz
A gentle orchestral jazz ensemble with lush wind writing. Slow moving melodic lines, vibes solo. Light latin feel. Pleasing and mellow, paints a musical portrait a long drive in the country on a sunny afternoon or similar family activities. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
A gentle orchestral jazz ensemble with lush wind writing. Slow moving melodic lines, vibes solo. Light latin feel. Pleasing and mellow, paints a musical portrait a long drive in the country on a sunny afternoon or similar family activities. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Orchestral Jazz
This gesture grows into a big, positive emotional climax, then recedes gracefully. Underscore for a climactic moment, a victory, an epiphany, an emotional realization, patriotism, family. Building cymbal wash, orchestral percussion. Closing gesture states main theme with a big build, then recedes, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Energizing Music
2nd gesture. Building and weaving wind ensemble lines crescendo and leave a question mark. Good for dramatic and sophisticated emotional underscore. Tough choices, contemplation and consideration. Questioning,, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
Gesture 3 starts gently with harmonized horns over tremolo vibes. This is great underscore for realistic relationship and drama. Genuine human emotion and inner conflict and acceptance are highlighted. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
This gesture grows into a big, positive emotional climax, then recedes, not completely resolved. Underscore for a climactic moment, a victory, an epiphany, an emotional realization, patriotism, family. Building cymbal wash, orchestral percussion. For full resolution see "Closing Gesture" Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Energizing Music
A series of orchestral gestures, building then receding, for Big Band. This has the feeling of a beginning or awakening that introduces new themes, including a great theme for a main character or dream at 1:05. Builds to a climax at 2:10. Great underscore possibilities. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
A series of orchestral gestures, building then receding, for wind ensemble. Has the feeling of a beginning or awakening that introduces new themes, including a great theme for a main character or dream at 1:05. Builds to a climax at 2:10. Great underscore possibilities. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
A series of orchestral gestures, building then receding, for wind ensemble. Has the feeling of a beginning or awakening that introduces new themes, including a great theme for a main character or dream at 1:05. Builds to a climax at 2:10. Great underscore possibilities. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
An opening gesture that conveys a sense of wonder, amazement, of discovery, newness, new beginnings with a hint of question and dissonance, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Magical Music
2nd gesture. Building and weaving wind ensemble lines crescendo and leave a question mark. Good for dramatic and sophisticated emotional underscore. Tough choices, contemplation and consideration. Questioning,, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
Gesture 3 starts gently with harmonized horns over tremolo vibes. This is great underscore for realistic relationship and drama. Genuine human emotion and inner conflict and acceptance are highlighted. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
The third movement consists of 2 last orchestral gestures that reprise and build on the themes already heard in this piece. Gentle music that builds to a slow, pretty climax. Interweaving lines build, then recede. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
This gesture grows into a big, positive emotional climax, then recedes, not completely resolved. Underscore for a climactic moment, a victory, an epiphany, an emotional realization, patriotism, family. Building cymbal wash, orchestral percussion. For full resolution see "Closing Gesture" Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Energizing Music
A meditative short suite of individual instrumentalists performing live meditative music in an authentic reverberant underground cistern. Beautiful slow live acoustic sounds in an unusual setting. Sets the space for meditation, reflection, relaxation. Yoga, massage, holistic therapy, Instrumental, New Age Music, Atmospheres
Here's an eerie electro-acoustic Theremin track recorded live in an underground echo chamber. Creates an eerie retro sci-fi ambience. Drug sequence, dream journey, odd location, mental illness, post-armageddon, disturbed state, meditation, western desert, science like an eerie shakuhachi, Instrumental, Horror Music, Horror Ambient Soundscapes
An opening gesture that conveys a sense of wonder, amazement, of discovery, newness, new beginnings with a hint of question and dissonance, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Magical Music
Awakening in a strange place, sci-fi, acid trip, after armageddon, emotional revelation, discovery, fantasy. This unusual, all acoustic piece was recorded in an underground cistern and provokes an intense sense of eerie calm and strangeness. One solo instrument slowly unfoldsafter another. Instrumental, New Age Music, Space Music
The third movement consists of 2 last orchestral gestures that reprise and build on the themes already heard in this piece. Gentle music that builds to a slow, pretty climax. Interweaving lines build, then recede. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
This gesture grows into a big, positive emotional climax, then recedes gracefully. Underscore for a climactic moment, a victory, an epiphany, an emotional realization, patriotism, family. Building cymbal wash, orchestral percussion. Closing gesture states main theme with a big build, then recedes, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Energizing Music
A melancholy jazz waltz with lush wind ensemble work. Starts with flute lead, lovely mellow orchestral textures support - learning difficult life's lessons, overcoming loss, sorrow, grief. Family breakups, romantic fallout, feeling sorry for ones self. Introspection, healing. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Orchestral Jazz
Combining traditional Fugue with modern elements including folkloric rhythm and improvisation. The chamber ensemble starts very proper, but the piece starts to become dissonant as the accordion enters. An interesting play between restrained classical perfection and uninhibited improvisation. Instrumental, Classical Music, 21st Century
The upbeat second movement has the feeling of an ecstatic release. Layers of textural instrumental lines bubble in 8th note pattens over soloistic percussion patterns. Trumpets soar and recede, the track bubbles on. Conveys triumph, joy, accomplishment, victory. Great for a family drama, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Happy Music
A dreamy soundscape for a journey into the unknown, an expedition into a jungle, an alien landscape, a future world, a strange mental space. Native Americam overtones, an Indian burial site, ghost town, outdoor thriller, man against nature, Solo flute and winds recorded in an underground chamber. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Ethereal Music
Strange and exotic scene opener. A sunrise in a distant country, a market opens, a wonderous new world unfolds. This track creates a sense of exoticism, expectation and awakening, then recedes at the end. Be amazed by this new day! Instrumental, New Age Music, Atmospheres
Progressive jazz fusion ensemble piece built on samba rhythm with orchestral gestures that add tension, latin urban flavor. Intensity of mood and tempo. Busy life, workweek. Percussive, bustling, progressive. Big city dramatic underscore with a rhythmic beat. Brass, sax solo, vibes, vibraphone, Instrumental, Jazz Music, Jazz Fusion
Corporate motivation inspiration and quality. Think out of the box! A traditional classical composition by Domenico Zipoli fused with traditional Afro-peruvian drums to create something elegant proper cultural businesslike while incorporating a distinctly different idea. NPR corporate sponsor ID, Instrumental, Classical Music, Classical Miscellaneous
Strange and exotic scene opener. A sunrise in a distant country, a market opens, a wonderous new world unfolds. Evokes India and the Middle East. This track creates a sense of exoticism, expectation and awakening, then recedes at the end. Takes you on an inner journey. An unfolding soundscape. Instrumental, New Age Music, Atmospheres
Like a Carnivale parade in Rio de Janeiro. Starts with textural rattles and shakers, A simple marimba riff enters, instruments join and build into a samba street jam with african influences. Big percussion with various ensemble and solo sections. This track is a big happy global street party! Instrumental, World Fusion, Pan-World Fusion
Awakening in a strange place, sci-fi, acid trip, after armageddon, emotional revelation, discovery, fantasy. This unusual, all acoustic piece was recorded in an underground cistern and provokes an intense sense of eerie calm and strangeness. One solo instrument slowly unfoldsafter another. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Ethereal Music
confused whispers and demonic sounds weave in and out of an eerie choir. Great for a nightmare scene, creatures in a cavern, alien music. Ghosts, gremlins, demons, hell, gossip, purgatory. Recorded live in an underground cistern. Mixed Vocals, Dangerous Music, Psychedelic Music
A foreboding soundscape that evokes childhood trauma. Reverberant, crawling with the frightening and unknown. Abuse abandonment supernatural building tantrum haunted nursery, evil infant, ghost child. Intensifies at 1:04. Uses Kalimbas and natural sound fx. Haunted african dancing voodoo zombies, Instrumental, Dangerous Music, Psychedelic Music
Busy people, busy lives. Clocks ticking, time never stopping. This orchestral jazz composition captures the flavor of getting through that busy day, making it happen. Hectic, hurrying determined achievement motivation self directed. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Orchestral Jazz
The upbeat second movement has the feeling of an ecstatic release. Layers of textural instrumental lines bubble in 8th note pattens over soloistic percussion patterns. Trumpets soar and recede, the track bubbles on. Conveys triumph, joy, accomplishment, victory. Great for a family drama. Big Band, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Happy Music
Dramatic string chamber intro with slow dramatic gestures. At:55 into a tense, dramatic composition over a menacing vamp with dissonant orchestration. Percussion section builds tension. Supports tension, Instrumental, Dangerous Music, Edgy Music
Dramatic string chamber intro with slow dramatic gestures. At:55 into a tense, dramatic composition over a menacing vamp with dissonant orchestration. Percussion section builds tension. Supports tension, Instrumental, Action Music, Action | Intense | Jazz
This feel good, uplifting world music party starts with bass and accordion. A simple, happy repeating melody. Simple yet sophisticated., this track has the feel of a National Public Radio Bumper. Instrumental, Corporate and Motivational Music, Corporate World Beat Music
A series of orchestral gestures, building then receding, for Big Band. This has the feeling of a beginning or awakening that introduces new themes, including a great theme for a main character or dream at 1:05. Builds to a climax at 2:10. Great underscore possibilities. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
Here is an eerie mysterious fanfare. What will it awaken? Reverberant and mournful, summoning ghost riders to march? Calling to the noble instincts buried within our soul? Remembering those who sacrificed? Calling for a world to forgive itself? Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Regal Music
A pretty wind ensemble piece with a gentle melodic flavor. Builds nicely with building points and cymbal washes. Has a "cultural programming" vibe to it, great for NPR, Corporate sponsor or Charitable Foundation. Reflective, important, intimate, trusting, inspiring confidence, yet gentle and smiling, Instrumental, Corporate and Motivational Music, Corporate Orchestral Music
Strange and exotic scene opener. A sunrise in a distant country, a market opens, a wonderous new world unfolds. Evokes India and the Middle East. This track creates a sense of exoticism, expectation and awakening, then recedes at the end. Takes you on an inner journey. An unfolding soundscape. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Magical Music
A melancholy, reverberant, haunting requiem. Aftermath of tragedy, war, At the gravesite, viewing scenes of destruction, natural disaster, hospital bedside, contemplation of forces beyond us, evaluation, end of the world, flood, tsunami, world sorrow, family loss, ancient battleground. Evokes "Taps" Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
A super sassy tango performed by big band, Big horns, exaggerated gestures. Bold melodic lines that convey Film Noir, vintage detective mystery, dance floor competition thrills or sexy Burlesque striptease. Great nightclub action sequence, even comedy! Dramatic end at 3:10 Tempo kicks in at 0:19. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Exotica
An orchestral jazz theme with a sophisticated urban feel. Underscore for a hip detective show with elements of mystery, tension and jazz atmosphere. Solving crime, building a case, hatching a plot. LA at night, Manhattan, Reminiscent of classic jazz television score. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Orchestral Jazz
