I love collaborating with individuals and ensembles to help bring their musical goals and ideas to fruition! I have had the privilege of writing for professional, community-based, and educational ensembles as well as for individuals. I’d love to work on a project with you!
The following rate schedule is a starting point for negotiating the final cost of a piece. These rates include the final piece and a hard copy of the engraved score and parts. All other terms will be negotiated.
Rates are per minute of music, computed in whole and half minutes. A minimum of one minute is required.
| # of staves | Composing/ Arranging | Orchestrating an existing arrangement |
| 1 – e.g. solo, unaccompanied insturment or voice | $125 | $50 |
| 2 – e.g. duet, or solo piano | $225 | $85 |
| 3 – e.g. trio, or solo instrument/voice with piano accompaniment | $300 | $120 |
| 4 – e.g. string quartet, piano trio, or SATB chorus (a capella) | $375 | $150 |
| 5 – e.g. woodwind quintet or piano quartet | $450 | $175 |
| 6 – 10 | Rate of 5 staves plus $75 each additional staff | Rate of 5 staves plus $30 each additional staff |
| 11+ | Rate of 10 staves plus $50 each additional staff | Rate of 10 staves plus $20 each additional staff |
A Rush Fee may be added in situations with tight deadlines. Any text/libretto used will require mutual agreement between me and the commissioning party. I reserve the right to turn down any job for any reason.
Fill out this form to contact me. I would love to set up a time to chat with you about your project/idea and see if we are a good fit!
