Bonnie Barrett

An accomplished music industry executive, Bonnie Barrett has an extensive background including artist management, recording, and musical instrument companies. Committed to promoting music, musicians, and musical instruments at the highest artistic levels, Ms. Barrett has worked with many of the world’s foremost performing artists. She began her career in artist management (CAMI), followed by executive positions of increasing responsibility in the recording industry (Sony, EMI, BMG) in media relations, sales, marketing, and A&R. Prior to joining Yamaha, Ms. Barrett served as Director of Concert and Artist Relations for North and South America, for Steinway & Sons. At Yamaha, Ms. Barrett has helped restructure the company’s artist relations program, most notably through the strategic expansion of its classical and jazz piano artist roster. She has leveraged her music industry acumen and network to strengthen Yamaha’s relationships with classical and jazz performing artists, distinguished educators, concert presenters, and the music industry at large. She has been the Executive Producer of several groundbreaking DisklavierTV recordings and broadcasts, produced live concerts and events, and cemented new relationships with major international music festivals, concert venues, and educational institutions.