Jay Coles (b. 1995) is a composer, author, conductor, clinician, and public speaker who brings engaging, unique, and highly educational music to the stage. His works have been performed all over the world, including multiple performances at the American String Teachers Association (ASTA), the Texas Music Educators Association (TMEA), and the annual Midwest Clinic. His music appears on various concert and festival lists and has earned several J.W. Pepper’s Editor’s Choice selections. He holds degrees from Vincennes University, Ball State University, and Grand Canyon University. ![[Pasted image 20260602213855.png]] In addition to his music compositions, Jay has published books with Little Brown Books for Young Readers and Scholastic. His books, many exploring the challenges of race and discrimination, have received numerous award nominations, honors, and recognition from the New York Times, Teen Vogue, Bustle, Entertainment Weekly, and other media outlets.