| Jaared | |
| Birth Date: | 20 January 1967 |
| Origin: | Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Genre: | Contemporary jazz |
| Occupation: | Musician, instrumentalist |
| Years Active: | 1994–present |
| Instrument: | Saxophone |
| Label: | Trippin'N'Rhythm |
| Associated Acts: | Oli silk, Peter White |
Jaared (pronounced "Jared"; born Ralph Jaared Arosemena, January 20, 1967) is an American contemporary jazz saxophonist based in Washington, D.C.[1] In 2002, he was nominated the Best New Artist of the Year for 2002 by The National Smooth Jazz Association [2]
Jaared suffered from asthma as a child, and almost died on from the chronic lung disease. His doctor told his family that learning to play a wind instrument would strengthen his lungs, and Jaared chose the Alto Sax.[3]
Jaared tours with a famous British contemporary jazz guitarist Peter White.[4] Jaared is a regular guest on the Jimi King show, which airs EST 12- 2 pm on Sundays.[5]