Brian Tarquin, born December 2, 1965 in New York City, is an American guitarist and composer. He attended prestigious private schools and studied music composition at Mannes College of Music before moving to California. Tarquin began his career as an assistant engineer at Electric Lady Studios and Far & Away Studios, later working on jingle production for Look & Company. In 1993, he released his debut album Ghost Dance, followed by Last Kiss Goodbye, marking a shift from rock fusion to contemporary jazz instrumental. His subsequent albums include Soft Touch (1999) and High Life (2001). Tarquin has composed music for various television shows and films, earning several Emmy Awards for his work on the drama series All My Children. He has collaborated with notable artists such as Larry Coryell, Joe Satriani, and Eric Johnson. In 2019, he released Soundtracks I & II, showcasing highlights from his career in film and television.
