Argentine professional cellist, with more than 14 years of musical training. I studied Chamber Music at the Lanús National University (UNLa). Experienced in orchestra, chamber music, string arrangement, and soloist performance; presenting myself at many national and international festivals.
Hi! My name is Jonathan Miranda-Figueroa, and i´m here to offer you a high quality service, with the highest commitment.
As a session cellist, I´ve played for several musical projects, composers, songwriters ,rock bands, and jazz groups.
I can play a piece composed by you, play by ear, arrange my own cello lines, or just improvise.
Services that I offer:
- Cello Solo, Stereo Recording - (Two condenser mics)
- String Section (4 Cellos) Stereo Recording - (Two condenser mics)
- Cello/Strings Arrangements.
- HQ WAV Files ( 24-32 bit | 44, 48, 96 Khz)
How do i work:
After recieving your message, I like to ask for precise instructions in order to make the perfect cello parts for each project.
Then, and basing on each project needs, i start to compose the cello parts, using the client instructions, and the audio attachments.
Finally, i record each cello line in order to fit them perfectly in the main track. The final product will not have any EQ, reverb, or compression process.
Hope we can work together! I´m looking forward for your message.
Jonathan.
I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.
Languages
- English
- Portuguese
- Spanish
15 Reviews - 4 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedWonderful playing from Jonathan and lovely sound quality. Would highly recommend!
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Working with Jonathan is a breeze. Jonathan always sends me fresh and exiting ideas that take my tunes to the next level! Thank you Jonathan!
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Jonathan Miranda is one of the best. If you need a versatile, well seasoned cellist, Jonathan will exceed your expectations. Thank you Jonathan!
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Great collaboration once again !!
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Working with Jonathan was a pleasure! He composed an exceptional piece of music, adhering to the guidelines and grasping them immediately. His indications were clear and precise. I will definitely collaborate with him again.
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Maestro Jonathan was a pleasure to work with. Even more then the professionalism is the feeling that he joined the production team and cared just as much me. He clearly put his heart into every passage yet was flexable to all input. I highly recommend!
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Brilliant work as usual! Highly recommend!
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Wonderful concept! Highly recommend Jonathan!
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swift delivery and good quality~
Súper profesional y responsable. Altamente recomendado.
Exceptional experience! Jonathan delivered 3 beautiful cello tracks, and he even sent us an extra take for our outro. Swift delivery, and top professionalism.
Such a talented cellist, he has a lot of passion and is open for revisions which is really helpful! I would recommend Jonathan to anyone who is looking for a cellist, also because he replies and records fast! Great work
Jonathan arranged an performed the perfect string section for our project. His attention to detail, and his playing were exceptional. So looking forward to our next collaboration!
Excellent work for my Violin ensemble! High quality guaranteed! I requested some cello tracks to mix with my project. They fit perfectly.
Very satisfied with the final results!We are really pleased with Jonathan´s work. He composed the cello parts for 4 of our songs. Excellent recording quality, great musicality, and amazing tone. We could´nt be happier!
Interview with Jonathan Miranda
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I worked with Walter Cordón in 2022 in Buenos Aires. A really talented songwritter, and i had de honour to be his string arranger, and session cellist.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: Cello Choir arrangements. That´s my place.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I don,t know them very much but, they look really professional!
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: The cello sound production is totally analog. I think that i preffer the first one, but also having digital converters is important.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: They will recieve a high quality product, that has a lot of attention and committment on it.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Improve every single project that is requested, and listen how it changed from the first version.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: They ask me if they need a music score, or a cello line composition. I always say that i can propose my cello melodies, base lines, and choirs. Let me surprise you!
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That i only play what i´m told to. I also can compose my cello lines, and propose other ideas.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Lest work in your project carefully, and see which is the propper cello arrangement for it.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: Scarlett focusrite 2i2 interface, Two Neumann TLM 102, MacBook pro, and Audio Technica monitors.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Committed, but also spontaneous and intuitive.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I´d love to work with Black Pumas. I really like their sound, and how they use string sections in their productions.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: Which character are you looking for with the cello lines? Which kind of atmospheres do you want to create?
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I,ve been playing cello for 14 years. I started as a session cellist 5 years ago.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Always know what are you looking for with your project. That will make you take better decisons.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Tone and phrasing with the cello lines. Also, i,m skilled in cello multi-track arrangements.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Indie productions, rock, pop, ballades and classical.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Various sound atmosphere created by the cello lines, warmness, lyrical strings, attacking counter melodies, grounded bass lines, and fresh upper notes.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: After recieving client´s tracks, i like to ask for precise instructions in order to make the perfect cello parts for each project. After that, i start to compose the cello lines, basing on the costumers ideas. Finally, i start practicing carefully each cello part in order to make the best possible takes before the recording session.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: Interface Uphoria umc202hd, Behringer C2 mics.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Jaques Morelembaum , Mark Summer...
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Remote session cellist, string arrangements, and Cello Choir recordings.
I was the Session Cellist and Composer in this production
- CelloAverage price - $50 per song
- String SectionAverage price - $150 per song
3 days delivery and 1 to 3 free revisions.
- Stereo/Mono Recording
- HQ WAV files, recorded in 24/32 bit, 48khz.
- Cello/String arrangement is included in each service.
- 1950 German Cello
- Carbon Fiber Bow
- Behringer C2 Mics
- Uphoria 202HD
Especial discount for 2 or more songs.
- New song releases!Aug 08, 2024
Recently, some regular costumers sent me their latest releases, featuring my cello performance!
Waiting Room - Film recording!May 01, 2024
Really excited about two recent collaborations with film productions. The first one will be released very soon, and the other one, will be available in digital platforms in a couple of month! The Award nominee at the "Goya Prizes"- Caleta Palace, by J.Hergueta.
- New instrument set-up!Feb 28, 2024
My cello has returned from the atelier, meticulously set up and ready for a year brimming with new projects! Additionally, I've equipped it with new strings from Larsen and Thomastik-Infeld—my favorite choice for this lovely old cello!
- Back to the Studio!Feb 06, 2024
Just arrived from some days off, and now I´m ready to continue with my current and new projects!
Looking forward to collaborate with your music! - A week off! Jan 30 th to Feb 6thJan 27, 2024
Just delivered two big projects for highly recommended clients! Now, this service will take some days off, and I will be available again the 6th of February!
Looking forward to hear about your projects! - January Projects!Jan 14, 2024
Intense first 2 weeks of 2024! Getting ready to record in 1 full album, 4 solo songs, and even some film music!
- Happy New Year!Jan 03, 2024
Back at my studio, ready to make some music!
- New cello arrangementsAug 22, 2023
Finishing some new cello arrangements for my clients!
- Live concerts and new collaborationsApr 10, 2023
Just had a busy week with many live performances, and collaborations with song-writers. New projects with cello-piano incoming!
- New songsFeb 25, 2023
Currently working on new collaborations with my returning costumers!
- Cello ChoirFeb 10, 2023
Now working in some Cello Choir tracks! Looking forward to share it!
