Need a chart? I can help
I can engrave your handwritten scores, transcribe music from audio recordings, and adapt scores for your unique needs.
Singers, I can make that lead sheet for you, or transcribe the piano part for the version you love. Composers, I’ll professionally engrave your score and make the parts for different instruments.
With the right materials, rehearsals run smoothly and everyone feels more performance ready. Sheet music written clearly and accurately makes things easier for everyone.
How does custom sheet music work?
- Send me your project information and source material.
- I’ll provide a price estimate. When confirmed, I’ll get to work!
- We’ll keep revising until you’re happy with the final draft.
- Have a great performance with your awesome new score!
Project information
What the task is (transcribing, engraving, etc.), what voices/instruments, length of the piece, delivery format, delivery timeline, and any other pertinent information. If you’re not quite sure what you need, I can help you choose the right option.
Source material
Usually a PDF or photo of your handwritten pages, or an audio or video recording. Even with no material ready to go, we can get started with some discussion and build a plan from there.
Price estimates
Based on the project information and how complex it is to input and layout in my notation program. Larger projects may require paying a deposit or could be divided into smaller parts treated as separate projects.
Delivery format
Usually a PDF file to be printed on 8.5×11 inch paper. I can send MIDI, XML, or notation program files*, and audio files in MP3 or WAV. If you need something else, feel free to request your preferred format and I’ll see what I can do.
*I use Dorico and Finale (which has been discontinued) and may be able to work in MuseScore or Sibelius depending on your project.
Delivery timeline
Depends on your project requirements. Delivery of a normal-size project (eg. piano/vocal sheet music transcription for a three-minute song) is usually two to three weeks. Any rush projects will have an additional charge added to the price.
Revisions
Drafts will be sent for your approval, and I’ll make the revisions you need.
Usage of finished score
You own the final version of your score and are free to use it as you please (respecting copyright if it’s not your original composition). I do not own your score, and will not use, sell, or share it without a prior agreement from you. If you engage my services as a collaborative arranger, we will form a sharing agreement as part of the project planning.
Some other things I can help with
- mp3 tracks for practicing choir parts or singing with accompaniment
- proofreading your scores
- collaborating as an arranger
- teach you how to use notation programs
- shopping for the right sheet music
What sheet music do you need?
Here are samples of different music scores to help you decide what type is best for your music.
Sheet music
A staff for the vocal melody and lyrics, and a grand staff for written piano notes. It often includes chord symbols too.
Lead Sheet
One music staff with the melody line, lyrics, and chord symbols. Perfect for handing out less pages to the band!
A basic lead sheet is just the tune. In jazz, it’s used for learning a song or by pros who can improvise intros and endings.
An enhanced lead sheet includes written intros and endings and any other creative arrangement details (eg. reharmonization, or rhythms for the band).
Choral Score
A staff for the vocal melody and lyrics, and a grand staff for written piano notes. It often includes chord symbols too.
Don’t need sheet music? Consider these alternate materials
Chord charts
Just chord symbols with barlines to show the timing. No melody notes or lyrics, similar to iReal pro.
Lyric sheets with chords
Sure, these are easy to find on the internet, however, I can make lyric/chord sheets that are actually correct.