Share your scoreA written representation of a piece of music, including the notation for all parts of an ensemble. with ensemble members, or create AI vocal tracks for your mockupPlayback file from notation software that isn't considered a finished mix; a preliminary mix showing the structure and elements of the arrangement for approval. with Cantamus app.[Read more...] about Using Cantamus.app to Create Vocal Music Mockups
Music Production Services | Recording | Contracting | New York
As arrangers, we can plan and complete projects through final output, working with our clients to find the best mix of quality and method, whether live, sampled, or some combination thereof, to fit their budget.
Our production services begin with music arranging, and include
- Tracks produced via Samples
- Tracks produced with a mix of Sampled instruments and Live (studio or location) recording
- Tracks produced in-studio with Live Musicians
- Music Contracting and Studio Booking services
- Music Licensing administrative services
Projects are spreadsheeted in advance, with plug-in variables available to estimate various cost scenarios.
Using ACE Studio AI to Create Vocal Tracks or Choral Music from MIDI
ACE Studio has terrific potential for choral composers and arrangers to demoA recording created to preview the content of a show or song. Demos can also become master recordings. their work. Read our review here![Read more...] about Using ACE Studio AI to Create Vocal Tracks or Choral Music from MIDIA protocol for communicating musical information, such as notes and control signals, between electronic musical instruments and computers.
New Choral Production – Universal Mind
New release! "Universal Mind" explores an escape from futility through awakening. Composed and produced by Jon Burr[Read more...] about New Choral Production – Universal Mind
We Compared Automatic Audio-to-MIDI Transcription Tools to Aural Transcription by a Music Arranger
We review Automatic Audio to MIDIA protocol for communicating musical information, such as notes and control signals, between electronic musical instruments and computers. transcriptionThe process of notating a piece of music as it is performed, either by ear or from a recording. tools. They still have a long way to go.[Read more...] about We Compared Automatic Audio-to-MIDI Transcription Tools to Aural Transcription by a Music Arranger
Case Study – Arranging to existing Track “One More Day”
Recent work we're excited about - scoring to an existing master1. Intellectual property consisting of a sound recording 2. The process of optimizing a mix through further signal processing to adjust presence, timbre, loudness, and tone track with rubato and flexible tempo[Read more...] about Case Study – ArrangingThe process of adapting a piece of music for a different ensemble, style, or performance context. to existing Track “One More Day”
Making a Rubato Tempo Map In Logic Pro X For Use With Finale
Find out how to create a tempo mapComponent in MIDI data defining the tempo and tempo changes in a musical piece or track in Logic Proacronym short for Publishing Rights Organization, such as ASCAP, BMI, SESAC X for use in Finale to create a precise rubato orchestration[Read more...] about Making a Rubato TempoThe speed at which a piece of music is performed, often indicated in beats per minute. Map In Logic Pro X For Use With Finale
Preparing a Logic Pro Session for Notation
How to set up your session in Logic Proacronym short for Publishing Rights Organization, such as ASCAP, BMI, SESAC X for efficient transcriptionThe process of notating a piece of music as it is performed, either by ear or from a recording. into music notation[Read more...] about Preparing a Logic Pro Session for NotationA system of symbols used to write down music.
Case Study – “You Were Always Beautiful” by Mandy Williams
Case Study: ArrangingThe process of adapting a piece of music for a different ensemble, style, or performance context. and Production process from Solo Vocal line to complete master1. Intellectual property consisting of a sound recording 2. The process of optimizing a mix through further signal processing to adjust presence, timbre, loudness, and tone recording[Read more...] about Case Study – “You Were Always Beautiful” by Mandy Williams
Case Study – Arrangement and Production, “What I Love About America”
Case Study: Music arranging and production of "What I Love About America" for vocal, choir, and rhythmThe pattern of beats and accentuations in music, which gives a piece its sense of movement and flow. section.[Read more...] about Case Study – Arrangementrefers to the structure and order of musical elements in a composition, such as melody, harmony, rhythm, and instrumentation. and Production, “What I Love About America”
Importing Finale into Logic Pro X | Article on the Finale Blog
Begin by recreating your Finale session in Logic Proacronym short for Publishing Rights Organization, such as ASCAP, BMI, SESAC X - then mix1. Collection of individual tracks or parts 2. The process of adjusting relative sound levels, processing and placement within a sonic realm 3. The result of sonic recording and processing in a much more robust production environment with plugins and live recording.[Read more...] about Importing Finale into Logic Pro X | Article on the Finale Blog
Preparing Music for Broadway and Musical Theater – Advice for Composers and Songwriters
In preparing music for a Musical, get the songs notated into a scoring application such as Finale as soon as possible in the process. You'll save $$ ![Read more...] about Preparing Music for Broadway and Musical Theater – Advice for Composers and Songwriters
Article on the Finale Blog – Using Finale’s Human Playback in a DAW
Our first guest post on the Finale Blog is published, describing techniques and issues in using Finale's Human Playback data in Digital Audio Workstations[Read more...] about Article on the Finale Blog – Using Finale’s Human Playback in a DAWDigital Audio Workstation. Some are: Ableton Live, FL Studio, Logic Pro X, Cubase, Pro Tools, Studio One, Reason, Reaper, Digital Performer, Bitwig Studio, Samplitude Pro X, GarageBand (Mac), Cakewalk by BandLab, Presonus Studio One, Tracktion Waveform
Track Sound Demos
What do our in-house tracks sound like? Here's a page with some examples created with MakeMusic's Garritan premium libraries.[Read more...] about Track Sound Demos
How do I estimate the cost of Music Production?
Use our calculator on this page to estimate the cost of music production. Many variables can be considered, with budget possibly determining your choice of methods for production.
This calculator offers a way to gauge the relationship of various … [Read more...] about How do I estimate the cost of Music Production?
Vocal Music Production Case Study
Here's a project we arranged and produced - the songs of Roger Frankham, performed by Eric Comstock and Barbara Fasano, engineered by John Kilgore in NYC.[Read more...] about Vocal Music Production Case Study
String Quintet Arranging Case Study
We got an interesting assignment requesting an arrangement of the Star Spangled Banner, "aria"-style, after Puccini's "Nessun Dorma" (video)[Read more...] about String Quintet ArrangingThe process of adapting a piece of music for a different ensemble, style, or performance context. Case Study
Backing Tracks
We can create backing tracks from our arrangements, bringing our arrangements into professional recording and production software using Proacronym short for Publishing Rights Organization, such as ASCAP, BMI, SESAC Tools or LogicX.[Read more...] about Backing Tracks