I am proud to offer custom music design services for your program. I have experience writing for a wide variety of experience levels, instrumentation, ensemble size, and style.
WHY COMMISSION CUSTOM MUSIC?
Why invest in a custom music design for your ensemble? Simple - a custom arrangement or composition for your ensemble is built to your specifications, and designed with your students’ success in mind! Here are our guarantees for your custom music.
MUSIC BUILT FOR YOUR SPECIFIC INSTRUMENTATION
Early in the process, we discuss your ensemble instrumentation. It does not matter if your ensemble is big, small, has nonstandard instrumentation, or specific needs, etc. My goal is to create music that sets your ensemble up to sound their best!
MUSIC BUILT AROUND YOUR EDUCATIONAL GOALS
During your time spent on this music, it becomes part of your curriculum! Your educational goals are the foundation of your custom music design.
MUSIC BUILT TO HIGHLIGHT STRENGTHS
We discuss thoroughly early to ensure that the music written for your ensemble suits your strengths and highlights areas of performance you want to have emphasized. We will revisit this throughout the design process and adjust as needed to make the best product for your kids!
100% EXCLUSIVE PRODUCT AND GUARANTEED REGIONAL PROTECTION
With custom designed music, you will be the exclusive performing entity for your show. No one else will perform it, maximizing your band’s impact and potential to stand out!
SEASON-LONG FEEDBACK
I am invested in your program’s success through your custom music. Throughout the life of the work, I will provide feedback if you wish. All you need to do is send quality audio or video of your performance my way, and I will provide feedback to help direct the progression of musical growth and development.
SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS AVAILABLE
Per your request, we can discuss providing any additional fundamental materials or specific warm-ups to specifically accompany your music. I would be happy to write additional material for your ensemble for an additional fee!
If what you want isn’t listed here, just get in touch and we can talk about your request!
Ready-To-Go Show Library
The ready-to-go show library offers an ever-expending selection of previously-commissioned shows to browse and select from. This is a great option for directors that do not want commission an entirely new production. Each show is unique and engaging for audiences, students, and adjudicators alike.
Flexible Instrumentation
Each production can be customized to fit your program’s needs, instrumentation, and further specifications. Solos are generally cued in multiple instruments, and ensembles can be adjusted to fit your instrumentation. All instrumentation can be adjusted to make sure your ensemble is set up to produce the best possible sound! Please note - beyond included solo/ensemble adjustments, further expansion or reduction of instrumentation is an additional fee.
Copyright LICENSING FOR READY-TO-GO SHOWS
Most shows do require copyright clearance. Prior to the creation of an arrangement for your ensemble from the ready-to-go show library, appropriate licensing must be obtained from respective copyright holders. I am able to walk you through the copyright acquisition process. For an additional fee, plus the cost of music licensing, I am also able to take care of the licensing for your arrangement(s). Please see Copyright Acquisition listed under Additional Services below.
100% EXCLUSIVE PRODUCT AND GUARANTEED REGIONAL PROTECTION
With custom designed music, you will be the exclusive performing entity for your show. No one else will perform it, maximizing your band’s impact and potential to stand out!
INCLUDED With Ready-To-Go Shows
All shows in the Chris Bunner Music library include a complete wind score with limited percussion cues, PDF parts for all wind instruments, XML files for percussion arranger and SmartMusic, and audio mockups (with and without metronome). At this time, only wind scores/parts are available. This may change as more shows become available.
Ready-To-Purchase Music
I am building a small library of ready-to-purchase music for your convenience. You can find this on the same page as the Ready-To-Go Show Library. All listed music with a price is ready to purchase and download. Music downloaded through the storefront is immediately available in PDF format. (Chris Bunner Music does not sell physical copies of music.)
Program Coordination & Consultation
Designing a comprehensive and effective marching program can be a rigorous and overwhelming task for any director. A solid design team is the first step in creating a spectacular production, and sometimes, you need to delegate responsibilities to others so you can focus on teaching! I am available to serve as program coordinator for your design, or to serve as a consultant on your design team.
WHY DOES THIS MATTER TO YOU?
If you are reading this, you are probably a band director. You are likely busy taking care of the 1,632,485.39 other tasks involved with your job. This is where I can help you! With my experience in show design and collaboration, I can help you design, create, and implement a successful marching show, as well as coordinate the other designers and elements of the show. Together, we can create a program that accomplishes a few important things:
TOGETHER, WE WILL DESIGN A PROGRAM…
…TO SET YOUR STUDENTS UP FOR SUCCESS
Your students’ success is of utmost importance to me. We will regularly communicate about your students and how the development of a show concept will directly impact your students.
…TAILORED TO YOUR STUDENTS’ STRENGTHS, WEAKNESSES, AND YOUR EDUCATIONAL GOALS
A great program will highlight your strengths, redirect your weaknesses, and set up a curriculum for you to improve your students’ playing, marching, movement, and confidence.
…CRAFTED BY EXPERIENCED, ADEPT DESIGNERS FOR MAXIMUM EFFECT
I have connections and collaborators to help strengthen your design team. If you are looking for individuals with experience in percussion, visual/drill, choreography, guard, and/or sound design, I would be happy to share contact information as a part of your team.
…THAT IS ENGAGING TO YOUR STUDENTS, AUDIENCES, ADJUDICATORS, AND COMMUNITY
A program that fails to engage any of the above is simply not acceptable! Engagement from students is a priority, and we keep that in mind while helping to design your show.
My coordination and consultation services are meant to help you and reduce the workload for you. I understand the rigors of this activity and how hard it can be to find the time outside of school to make things happen. can be as hands-on as you need - from full-blown program coordinator to music consultation services! Each consultation is tailored to the client and program needs.
Additional Services
Copyright Acquisition Services
Copyright clearance can be confusing and pose a challenge. I have experience in acquiring licensing for music, and would be happy to take this important responsibility off your plate. For an additional fee, plus the cost of music licensing, I would be happy to acquire necessary copyrights for your custom music design or ready-to-go show! Please reach out via the form below to express interest in this service. We can discuss what is needed, costs, and other pertinent information.
Educational Workshops, Clinics, and Guest Conducting
Sometimes, students need to hear information from an outside voice. Sometimes, you would like a fresh set of ears to listen to your ensemble. Whatever the reason is, I am available to work with your students, either in person or virtual means!
I have been involved actively as a clinician, honor band conductor, substitute conductor, private lessons teacher, band camp instructor, and as a full time band director, for both in-person and virtual students. I would be happy to share my experience with your students in whatever format works best for your program. Reach out using the form below this to check on availability.
