The Commissioning Process
Think you might be interested in having a piece written specifically for you or your ensemble? Not quite sure where to begin?
WHY COMMISSION A COMPOSER?
To promote the creation of new music, first and foremost. What a great feeling it is to know that you helped put something positive out into the universe that might not have happened otherwise.
To have a tailor-made piece written for your ensemble’s or your own performance needs (e.g. number of players, instrumentation, technical ability, upcoming conference/convention)
To see your name/ensemble listed on the title page and in the program notes for the piece (e.g. “Commissioned by the Bayside High School Percussion Ensemble, Samuel Powers, conductor”)
If you would like to take a look at pieces I have written for others, please visit my Commissions & Awards page.
HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?
My commission fee is determined by a number of factors (e.g. size of ensemble, duration, difficulty, date needed, etc.). Use the form below to receive a quote.
Are you concerned that you can’t afford to commission a piece? No worries! There is always the consortium option, in which we get multiple parties (ensembles, directors, performers) involved in the process to split the fee. I have a large network of performers, directors, and ensembles that I draw upon or your can provide your own list.