David Barnett (December 1, 1907 inNew York City – December 1985) was an American composer. He graduated fromColumbia University and later studied music at theCurtis Institute inPhiladelphia andJuilliard School in New York City. Barnett then studiedpiano withAlfred Cortot inParis, where he received his teaching degree. At this time, he also made his debut as a concert pianist andcomposer. Returning to the U.S., Barnett taught piano and music theory, and continued touring and composing.

Barnett taught atHarvard,Columbia,Wellesley and theNew England Conservatory of Music. He also served asHeadmaster of the Thomas School inRowayton, Connecticut, and taught at theUniversity of Bridgeport. Barnett is a published author, as well, including two books:Living With Music andThey Shall Have Music. Barnett died in 1985.

• (1985). "David Barnett, 78."The New York Times. December 11.

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