- A piece written to honor a retiring director or administrator
- A solo, section feature showcasing a talented student(s)
- A narrated piece
- A dual band/choir work
- A setting or fantasy based on a hymn tune
- A small ensemble work to add variety to a concert
- Building dedication
- Writing an alma mater for a school
- A special commemoration, anniversary, benchmark
- A work which uses musical themes written by a collaboration of students
- Other creative ideas; this is the beauty of creating new music for your ensemble!
Commissioning Music
Diane specializes in custom, original compositions, written with the strengths and weaknesses of each particular ensemble in mind. Do you have a strong trumpet player or section you would like to highlight in a piece? Is there a certain musical strength to your ensemble you would like showcased? Do you have varying range needs from section to section that need to be addressed? The beauty of a commissioned piece is that it can be written to bring out the uniqueness and strengths of your group of musicians, regardless of their ability or age.
Pricing
Our prices are some of the most reasonable in the business, and we work with each ensemble's budget considerations. Diane's husband Chris is a high school band director, and we are familiar with these challenges. Our goal is to provide directors and ensembles with an excellent piece of music, and an opportunity to work and interact with a composer. We recommend you contact us to discuss your project idea so that we can talk about pricing.
Your Piece Will Include:
- An initial consultation on your vision and purpose for the piece, and ensemble abilities
- Input with the composer during the writing process
- Timely writing that meets your schedule and deadlines
- A full score and parts, bearing the name of your ensemble and occasion of the commission permanently appearing under the title
