Music Services
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We provide services in composition, orchestration, engraving, mockup recordings, live recordings, music production, music editing, mixing, mastering, Kontakt instrument programming, marching band drill design... everything you need to bring your creative vison to life.
With over a decade of experience in the music industry, we are excited to offer this wide range of services for your unique projects. We are a full service, one-stop music production studio and offer our services to composers, teachers, music directors, producers, and film directors alike! |
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Get in touch with us—see what we can do
Composition
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Whether you're a filmmaker, music director, or content creator, you know how essential music is to your project's success. That's where our music composition services come in. We're a team of experienced composers who specialize in creating original music for a wide range of media. Whether you need music for a film, TV show, video game, commercial, concert performance, or any other project, we have the skills and expertise to deliver the perfect sound for you.
With our music composition services, you'll have access to a talented team of composers who can create music that's tailored to your specific needs. We specialize in creating music that is emotionally compelling, dynamic, and memorable, and we are committed to working closely with our clients every step of the way to ensure that your vision is realized. Our team has a deep understanding of music construction, orchestration, and technology, and we are dedicated to creating music that is tailored to your specific needs and preferences. |
Our music composition services begin with a consultation to discuss your project and requirements. From there, we will develop a concept for the music and create a rough draft for your review. Once the concept is approved, we will begin the process of composing and orchestrating the music, using the latest technology and techniques to ensure a polished and professional result. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, our commitment to meeting deadlines, and our ability to work within budget constraints. We understand the importance of music in creating a successful project, and we are dedicated to providing music that enhances and elevates your vision on the screen and in the concert hall.
Composition Samples:
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The Throne of Ao
In taking on this behemoth project, director Jacob T. Henry is reimagining the world of audiobooks as we know it. With vocal performances by astounding young talent and original music underscoring the roughly 15 hours of audio, this audiobook experience is sure to bring to life a wonderfully written fantasy world.
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The Valley of Shadows
Commissioned by Doug Butchy and the Shenango High School Wildcat Band, this unique work is written as a Percussion Ensemble feature with Concert Band providing accompaniment throughout. This piece is a take on Mahler's "Schattenhaft" texture, depicting fragments of musical memories, lost in a swirl of sound.
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orchestration
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Musicians looking to take their compositions to the next level, composers who want to enhance the sound of their pieces, or producers unfamiliar with the orchestral palette all benefit from collaborating with an orchestrator. From completing full symphonic works of art to adding a little life to a pop track, our orchestration services offer a wide range of options to meet your specific needs.
We can create a full orchestral arrangement for your existing piece, or collaborate with you to fill out your original composition. Our team will work closely with you to understand your vision and bring it to life in a way that's both faithful to your original ideas and optimized for a full orchestra. We'll carefully select the right instrumentation, voicings, and arrangements to showcase the unique character and emotion of your music—while also ensuring that it's practical and feasible for live performance and recording. |
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No matter what your musical needs are, we're committed to delivering high-quality results that exceed your expectations. We use state-of-the-art software and technology to ensure that your music is not only beautiful and expressive, but also practical and ready for performance. And with our commitment to communication and collaboration, we guarantee that you'll be involved in every step of the process, from initial concept to final product. We are experienced in working from handwritten sketches, DAW projects, raw MIDI files, notion programs, and most any other form of draft music you can imagine. While our preferred notation program is Dorico, we are extremely familiar with and proficient in Sibelius and Finale. Depending on the needs of your project, our orchestration service also pairs well with our Mockup, Engraving, and Session Prep services.
Orchestration SAMPLES:
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Langsamer Satz (Webern)
This project reimagines one of Webern's most beautiful compositions of all time. Originally written for String Quartet, now this piece is transformed into a lush and moving rendition for Chamber String Orchestra. The dispersal of parts is sure to challenge upper level high school and college ensembles, and the delicate nature of the phrasing, paired with the complexity of the harmonies, is sure to turn the ear of ensembles learning more advanced musical expression.
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Concert March for Orchestra (Ortz)
An original concert march for Full Orchestra. This piece features the brass in a heroic main theme, underpinned by stabbing brass, reminiscent of John Williams' Raiders of the Lost Ark theme. Interrupted by a lovely B section, the strings and woodwinds of this piece really add a lot of motion and direction as the piece develops and finally ends in a triumphant release of the main theme, tagged by a simple stinger.
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Mockup Recordings
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With the advancements in technology, orchestral MIDI mockups have become an increasingly popular alternative to traditional orchestral recordings. These mockups use virtual instruments and software to create realistic-sounding orchestral arrangements that can be easily edited, manipulated, and shared. Not only do MIDI mockups save time and money, they also provide an opportunity for composers to experiment with their arrangements and make changes on the fly.
We specialize in creating realistic orchestral mockups, using only the highest quality VST instruments to ensure each mockup we create is a masterful work of art. While no piece of software will ever replace the feel and experience of recording your music with a living, breathing orchestra, we do promise to deliver a recording that closely rivals the best orchestral performances. Additionally, for composers who are struggling to find time or resources to record with a full orchestra, our mockup service is sure to be the ideal way of bringing your original score to life. |
Our current library of VST instruments includes selections from:—Vienna Symphonic Library, Orchestral Tools, Spitfire, EWQL, 8dio, Cinematic Studio, Cinesamples, Aaron Venture, and more, as well as a number of our own custom VSTs. This high-level software enables us to create a realistic, musical performance of each instrument in the orchestra. This service can also be used to supplement or replace live recordings.
Mockup SAMPLES:
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Prokofiev - Piano Concerto No. 3, movement 1
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Engraving
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Engraving sheet music can be a long and arduous process, especially if you're not familiar with the software and techniques used in the field. We offer high-quality sheet music engraving for all types of music, including classical, jazz, pop, and more, using industry standard notation software to create beautiful, accurate, and easy-to-read music scores. We take pride in our attention to detail, ensuring that every mark on the page is musically placed and properly formatted.
We understand that musicians operate on different budgets, and we'll work with you to find a pricing plan that fits your needs. Whether you need a single score or an entire portfolio of music, we'll provide a fair and reasonable quote for our services. Another benefit of using our music engraving service is the level of customization we offer. We understand that every musician has their own unique style and preferences, and we'll work with you to ensure that your sheet music looks and feels exactly how you want it to. So if you prefer to use our house style for score, or if you prefer a more personal feel, we'll consult with you throughout the process to ensure that the final product is perfect for your needs. |
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Our current workflow is centered around Dorico — it currently is the host of all house style documents, including film cue templates and concert templates for concert band, choirs, and orchestras. However, if you prefer for us to engrave your pieces in Sibelius or Finale, that is also an option, as we have similar house style templates in all of the appropriate formats. Please note: if you elect to use our house style for engravings, the final product will only be delivered as a PDF or hardcopy. We do not distribute the notation files for our house style (to prevent unauthorized copying).
Transcription
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Whether you're a composer who needs to notate your music from an mp3 files, a musician looking to improve your playing, or a music teacher seeking teaching materials, our transcriptions are a valuable resource. We begin by listening carefully to the music and identifying the key, melody, and harmony. We then create a detailed score that captures every nuance of the original piece, including dynamics, articulations, and tempo markings.
Our transcription services are highly customizable, and we offer a range of packages to meet your needs. Whether you need a simple transcription of just the melody and chords, or a more detailed score that includes parts for multiple instruments, we can tailor our services to meet your requirements. Transcriptions can range from a single vocal line (with text, if in English, Spanish, or Portuguese) to full orchestral scores. If your project requires parts for orchestral scores, please inform us if you would prefer parts to be notated in concert pitch or transposed pitch. |
We also recommend looking at engraving/orchestration services to complete projects related to transcription, Transcription projects are completed in Dorico (for basic notation) and delivered as PDF files.
Session Prep
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Preparing for a recording session means making sure the music is fully realized and polished before stepping foot on the podium. Unprepared sessions lead to poor results in the final product, frustration within the orchestra, and (perhaps most notably) cost a lot of money in wasted time. This service lets us share our experience creating session materials to help you prepare for the recording process and maximize your time and results in the studio.
We specialize in recording session music preparation, which includes a wide range of services to help you perfect your music and ensure that it translates well to the recording process. Our team works closely with you to understand your vision and goals for the recording, and can provide custom-tailored services to meet your specific needs. This service includes elements of Pre-Production Planning, Music Transcriptions, Orchestration, Engraving, Part and Score Printing and Binding, Reference Recordings, Click Tracks, ProTools Session Preparation, and more. After the recording, we would also be happy to help with the production elements as well: Editing, Mixing and Mastering. |
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We understand that every project is unique, which is why we offer custom-tailored services to meet your specific needs and budget. Whether you're a solo artist, a small band, or a large ensemble, we can provide the services and support you need to ensure that your music is fully realized and polished. With our recording session music preparation services, you can feel confident and fully prepared before entering the studio. Our team has years of experience in the music industry and can provide the expertise and support you need to make your recording a success.
Miscellaneous
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Mixing
Our mixing services include everything from leveling and balancing to signal processing, EQ, creative effects, and basic mastering, giving your music both character and atmosphere. With projects ranging from acoustic vocal sets to cinematic orchestra, we are committed to the high-quality results that take your recordings to the next level. |
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Live Recordings
We understand that capturing the essence of a live performance requires a unique approach to every ensemble. That's why we strive to ensure our recording techniques enable your ensemble to sound as amazing on the recording as it did during the performance. This service also includes video recording of performances. |
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Backing/Rehearsal Tracks
Take your performances up a notch, or simply enrich your rehearsals and practice time with custom accompaniment tracks. If you need a full band sound, orchestral arrangements, or simply a piano and guitar accompaniment, you can't go wrong with this service. This is particularly useful for choir/musical theatre directors as well. |
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Marching Band Drill
Whether you're looking to compete or simply want to wow your audience, our drill writing services are tailored to your band's unique strengths and abilities. We will work closely with you to ensure that your vision is brought to life on the field, resulting in a cohesive and visually stunning performance that is sure to leave a lasting impression. |
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Kontakt Programming
Having programmed instruments for top commercial libraries, we can program just the sound you're looking for. Realistic orchestral instruments, complex hybrid synthesizer, unique sound effects — whatever the purpose, our custom virtual instruments are sure to bring a unique and thrilling sound to your project. |
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Sound Design
No matter if you need a subtle enhancement to your project or a complete sound overhaul, we can create custom soundscapes, atmospheres, Foley effects, and even hybrid music tracks to help you stand out from the crowd. Create an immersive, unforgettable experience for your audience. |