Arranging:  “Modifying a composition for a different medium, in such a way that the musical idea remains essentially unchanged.”

Composition and arrangement prices are determined on a per piece basis. Please contact me and let me know what you would like, when you need it by, and what its purpose is.

Price considerations include the deadline for the piece, the size of the ensemble, copyright ownership, and the intended use of the piece (e.g. radio jingle, concert piece, film music, commercial recording, etc.).

Orchestration: “The art of writing for the instruments of the orchestra.”

There is a minimum charge of $14.

There will be a 15% discount if the original piece is provided to us as a Sibelius file or a MIDI file (the customer would still need to provide us with all tempo, dynamic, and expression markings).

The customer is also responsible for clearly outlining which instruments are to be used, in what style.

1-5 Staves:       $0.27 /Stave/Measure Frame	6-10 Staves:       $0.23 /Stave/Measure Frame
11 Staves & Over:       $0.20 /Stave/Measure Frame	Additionally:       10% Surcharge on illegible manuscripts.
Parts:       $3 /part	$5/part + $0.10 /Measure Frame       For part extraction from a piece we are not copying, e.g., if you need the 2nd Oboe part from Mahler's 1st Symphony.

We arrange and orchestrate for the following ensembles (music groups):

Symphony orchestra | Opera | Chamber Orchestra | String Orchestra | Concert Band | Stage Band J azz Combo | Rhythm Accompaniment | Studio Backgrounds

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COPYING

All parts and music are to be provided by the customer. If you would like us to add parts or orchestrate your music please see the Orchestrating or Arranging sections.

There is a minimum charge of $8 .

There will be a 15% discount if the piece is provided to us as a Sibelius file or a MIDI file (the customer would still need to provide us with all tempo, dynamic, and expression markings).

The price for music copying includes one printed hard copy of your piece (after one proof read approved by the customer) and a CD-Rom with Scorch files of your piece.

1-5 Staves:
      $0.20 /Stave/Measure Frame
6-10 Staves:
      $0.17 /Stave/ Measure Frame
11 Staves & Over:
     $0.15 /Stave/Measure Frame
Parts:
     $3 /part
     $5 /part + $0.10/ Measure Frame     

For part extraction from a piece we are not copying, e.g., if you need the 2nd Oboe part from Mahler's 1st Symphony. Please note there are copyright issues to be looked at and discussed.

Additionally:
    10% Surcharge on illegible manuscripts.

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     TRANSCRIPTIONS

Transcribing: “The ability to hear music (sound) and write it down in musical notation.”

We offer you the opportunity to play or sing any song or musical piece that you can’t find sheet music for. Bring or send a recording (vinyl, cassette, CD) and we will transcribe and print a lead  sheet (melody with lyrics and chord symbols) or create a complete arrangement.

     $40 /Song     For a lead sheet containing a single melody line with chords. Includes a printed  lead sheet with melody and chords.

Additionally:
     $5 /Song     To add up to two more voices as harmony to the melody line (if provided by customer or on tape).
     $7 /Song      To harmonize the melody with chords.
     $7 /Song      To add up to two more voices as harmony to the melody line (if not provided by customer).

The price of transcribing performances of larger ensembles will depend upon the complexity of the piece. Contact me with any questions you may have.

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SEQUENCING

Sequencing:  using patterns of music to electronically (digitally) record a musical composition using MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface).

Available to musicians, singers, teachers and multi-media applications, we'll sequence your original songs, production tunes, commercial projects and other musical applications which require professional and personal service. We provide you with: Fully produced songs and other MIDI related productions, personal service, consultation, professional advice and after sales support.

Sequenced Arrangements are one of the hardest things to budget for. Because of their nature, they are the easiest to edit. Editing takes time and costs money, therefore the best thing to do is to know what you're after before you begin. Give the arranger examples on tape or CD of what you are interested in rather that just explaining that you want a "jazzy kind of thing". Your terminology and the arranger's could be and are probably completely different, therefore either know what you want or know your arranger's style. Custom sequence arrangements will cost between $200 & $500 per song.

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      Music Preparation (copying) and Engraving..

Music Preparation (copying) and Engraving ........ $$$ varies with type

√ Priced per frame - a frame is one measure of one staff that contains music .

Music Preparation refers to the copying and/or editing of music already written in some form -- traditionally paper, but may include computer readable forms that can be printed. Some music may still be written by hand in the case of specialized composition scores and parts (paper, "onion skin" or vellum), but most work, today, is computer-generated via one of notation programs. We're experienced at preparing all types of written music for the press or the web, from vocal piano scores to broadway show and avant garde classical scores and parts.

Basic Rate for project work ........30 cents per frame ($9-12 per page)

Not edited or formatted for print publication (i.e.  big band, studio sessions, shows)
8.5 by 11 printed page size - Usually 4 measures per line - (8-10 lines per page)

-- single-line instrumental scores or parts ..................... 30 cents per frame
-- divisi scores or parts ............................................... 50 cents per frame
-- double stave scores or parts (i.e. piano, harp)…......... 60 cents per frame

Publication work, Basic Rate .................................. 50 cents per frame

Formatted and edited for print publication (spacing, page turns, etc.) Includes proofing printouts.          Top of Page

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FOR THE RECORDING ARTIST

Music Arranging fees will vary greatly depending on the instrumentation and complexity of the songs. Below is a guide.

These examples are for printed charts accompanying the arrangement. They are not typesetting fees for past arrangements. (For example a Vocal group w/band arrangement and accompanying printed charts may cost $400-$750 .)

Midi Tracks are background accompaniments created in a computer and made from provided sheet music or a provided demonstration tape. The cost is usually based on how many instruments need to be sequenced into the computer. Below are some
examples:

Sequenced Arrangements are one of the hardest things to budget for. Because of their nature, they are the easiest to edit. Editing takes time and costs money, therefore the best thing to do is to know what you're after before you begin. Give the arranger examples on tape or CD of what you are interested in rather that just explaining that you want a "jazzy kind of thing". Your terminology and the arranger's could be and are probably completely different, therefore either know what you want or know your arranger's style. Custom sequence arrangements will cost between $200 & $500 per song.

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MIDI* Computer Instruction *(Musical Instrument Digital Interface)

Do you have difficulty setting up your MIDI computer  system? Our consulting services could save you money, time and frustration.                   Top of Page

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          MUSIC and SOUND for Internet Home Pages ....

“The Web has become a competitive place. With millions of Web sites competing for exposure, cool graphics are no longer enough to attract, inform, and entertain people visiting your Web site. They need to HEAR your message.” ref. Web developer's guide to Music and Sound by Simpson / Helmstetter

CMP (Canada Music Projects) in association with other creative artists, will create and design sound and music to your needs and liking, offering you numerous choices of music styles. These sounds can then be included in your Home Pages as part of the HTML language.

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     JINGLES and SONG WRITING.

If you are looking for a special song or specific material for an occasion, an idea for a musical, need a jingle for  radio, or you’ve written lyrics that would be great if they were set to music, see what we can do for you. A lot of musical ideas are lost to the world because of the technical aspects of music.

This is where we come in to help you realise your musical dreams. We’ll write that jingle or song for you.

Songwriting - words and/or music or music to your words; advertising jingles; background tunes; custom songs for performers.

Arranging & Orchestration - all instruments, pop or classical styles from small group to orchestra and chorus. Final copies (score and parts) edited and computer generated.

Custom compositions for your instrument, ensemble, choir and budget.

Original MIDI/digital audio creations - for your web, trade show, corporate video, art exhibit…

Rates given below. Our written music is done on computer and is suitable for copyright registration, presentation to professional performers or for music publication.

Song Leadsheets consist of melody line, chord symbols and words

Variable rates reflect the length  and/or complexity of songs.
       - from complete sketch (recopy & edit)................. $35-$50
       - from cassette or CD and lyric sheet................... $50-$80

Tips for songwriters : Use leadsheets for copyrighting your songs. 

Publishers like leadsheets for sending to their publishing and recording affiliates, for their arrangers, and to give artists (along with demo tapes) to try out songs for possible recording. Make their work easier.

Leadsheet Arrangements for club singers.......... $45-$125 depending on length & complexity desired.

Tips for club singers : If you work with a 2-4 piece rhythm section, many of your "arrangements" can be prepared as multi-photocopied "leadsheet arrangements" with intros, words, melodies, chord
symbols, key changes, transitions, rhythm cues and fills. These can speed up your group's rehearsal time. A really experienced professional rhythm section could often sight-read your charts at
on-the-spot performances.  Price range $45-125 depending on length and complexity desired - arrangement plus copy by estimate.

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     RECORDING MUSICIANS FOR HIRE.....

Hiring Professional Musicians can be the most expensive part of recording an album, but if you cut corners in this area it can become even more costly in the editing and mixing stage. The average rate starts at $50 per hour, yet some musicians with known album credits can get $100-$200 per song.

Below is one example:
4 Piece Studio Band - 10 songs recorded in 8 hours
(Piano/Bass/Drums/Guitar) per musician $400 x 4 = $1600 approx.

Experienced Producers will tell you that using your Uncle Bob to play drums, because he'll do it for free and save you $400, will cost you more than that during editing and mixing as you try to clean up the tracks. Sometimes it can cost much more because the artist decides it isn't happening and now needs to re-record the tracks with the
drummer the Producer recommended in the first place. (Sorry Uncle Bob)

Other costs such as Editing and Mastering vary greatly depending on what is needed and the hourly rate of the studio

If you are looking for musicians for a wedding or an anniversary or any special occasion, contact us for your live music needs. We have available to us , solo performers, rock / country / jazz groups and orchestras. We offer music styles appropriate for any special occasion whether it be a jazz or classical concert, a private wedding setting, a school function, a beer garden or any event. All musicians and performers are professional          .Contact us

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GRAPHIC ART & DESIGN

Graphic Art & Design can be handled by the manufacturer or can be done by the artist of your choice, i.e. Artistic Communications. We recommend finding someone with a lot of experience and
choosing an artist you feel comfortable working with. Communication is everything at this stage, and the wrong choice can cost you more money, and hold up the release of your project. See the graphics price list for detailed costs of our design packages. Examples below:

Custom cover art	$80-$1000
Cassette graphics package	$170-$250
CD graphics package	$270-$500
CD & cassette package	$370-$600

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For professional quality recording and engineering :

  Perry’s Recording Studio

Doug Perry
711 Seymour Street, Kamloops, B.C.
1-250-828-8729
dperry7@telus.net

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