I’m currently accepting commissions for performers and ensembles of all skill levels. My rates typically vary by duration, instrumentation, deadline, and use—a multi-movement commission for orchestra is more labor-intensive than a two-minute piece for two performers. That said, I enjoy working with students, ensembles, directors, philanthropists (if that’s your thing), and educators, and I’m happy to explore options if you’re on a limited budget. For more information, fill out the interest form below. After it submits, I’ll be in touch via email to schedule a video (or audio) call to discuss your needs and desires in more depth. We’ll also talk budget and work to create the right piece for your parameters.

Please note that due to demand and my own creative schedule, I may (but do not always) require a six-month minimum period in which to create your piece. This varies from project to project, but I encourage you to reach out with as much advance notice as possible so we have the most flexibility as I craft you something cool.

A sampling of works performers and directors have commissioned me for:

• whispers i & ii, commissioned by Connor Johnson.
• uncharted, commissioned by Caitlin Krueger.
• Pushing Back, commissioned by Spark Duo.
• Helios, commissioned by Alex Wilson.
• LETTING GO (off the cliff), commissioned by John Pisaro.
• Zero G, commissioned by Garrett Klein.
• silhouettes, commissioned by Willis Dotson and Jared Jarvis.
• Your Mouse God is Dead, commissioned by Ian Stahl and John Pisaro.
• He Probably Just Likes You, commissioned by the Nash Composers’ Coalition.
• Red Light Horizon (big band version), commissioned by Julie Bounds for Santa Teresa High School.

Want to team up with other performers or ensembles and create a new piece at lower individual cost? Check out my consortium information here. If you’re invested in a solo commission but on a tighter budget than you’d like, check out the discounts I’m offering over on my Patreon.

Commission Interest Form

Thinking about a commission? Want to talk timeline, numbers, and parameters? Fill out the following so I can get a sense of what you're considering and we can schedule a meeting!

Name *

First

Last

Email *

Number of parts in the instrumentation(s) you're considering: *

• 1-2 (including accompaniment)
• 3-5
• 6-10
• 10-20
• 20-30
• 30+

If you're considering multiple options, select all that apply. Fixed media counts as an instrument.

If you have any specifics about instrumentation, feel free to elaborate here:

This can be things like "I'd like nose flute and fixed media," "I want to play body percussion while also playing vibra-slap," "Piano accompaniment, please," "I'm considering keytar and piano or brass quintet," or anything else that comes to mind! (Or you can leave it blank; that's cool too.)

Piece duration(s) you're considering: *

• 3' and less
• 3-5'
• 5-8'
• 8-10'
• 10-20'
• 20'+

These ranges are approximate. Again, if you're considering multiple options, select all that apply.

When would you be considering *performing* this piece? *

• In two months or less
• In three to six months (or next semester, if applicable)
• In six months to a year
• On an upcoming degree recital (if you're a student)
• Not sure yet

Select all that apply.

What is your budget for this piece? *

Even if you don't have an exact number, a ballpark here is great to help me understand what you're working with. You can list your overall budget for the piece (total amount), or a monthly budget. If paying in several smaller installments would work best for you, I've got a few options we can consider together.

In a perfect world, when would you want to *receive* this piece to begin practicing/rehearsals? *

• In two months or less
• In two to four months
• In four to six months
• In six months to a year
• In a year or later
• Before the end of the school year
• Before the start of the next school year

Select all that apply.

How long would you like exclusivity? *

• No strong preference currently
• No exclusivity (make the piece immediately available to others)
• 3 months or less
• 4-6 months
• 6 months-1 year
• 1-2 years
• longer than 2 years
• Other (please specify in the "is there anything else you'd like me to know" field below)

The exclusivity period, usually measured in months, is the length of time in which you alone (or you and any co-commissioners) have rights to perform the new work. The longer the exclusivity period, the more expensive the commission, because during that time I am unable to sell copies of the piece. If you're considering a long exclusivity period, consider how many performances of the work you'll be able to give during that time.

Would this commission be part of a particular project? *

If not, "no" or "N/A" is totally fine. "Project" can be interpreted as broadly as you'd like, including specific recitals, seasonal programming, larger initiatives, "I want to confuse my studio class," etc.

Is there anything else you'd like me to know about you and/or this potential commission?

This can include: your pronouns, info about your artistic practice, link to your website/SoundCloud/YouTube, unique or known parameters you'd want me to use, subject matter you'd like to tackle with me, notation styles you do/don't want to see, extended techniques you're comfortable with, pieces of mine you'd be interested in emulating stylistically, things you'd like me to avoid, etc.

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