John Paciga

Pop-Rock Keys, Vocals & Prod

John Paciga on SoundBetter

Need fast, affordable, high-quality keys or vocals? I'm your guy. Looking for a co-writer to develop your unique sound? Look no further. Need a dynamic arrangement to take your track to the next level? You're in luck. Nashville-based pianist/singer/songwriter/producer/arranger. Let's bring your artistic vision to life!

A bit aout me:
M.M. from Belmont, B.A. from Yale
10+ years of experience writing, arranging, recording, and editing professional keys and vocals.
Creative, communicative, and fun to work with.
Currently gigging, teaching, and producing in Nashville.

I offer:
Tracking and editing services for piano/keys-based instruments and vocals
Songwriting (music & lyrics)
Private instruction in voice and piano
Vocal arranging
Orchestral & Big Band arranging
Copy work/Chart writing

Why work with me:
I will meet you where you are at and work diligently to realize your vision.
I am eager to collaborate with other independent artists.
I am connected with many top-notch session musicians in the Nashville scene.

Would love to hear from you. Click the contact button above to get in touch.

Languages

  • English

Interview with John Paciga

  1. Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?

  2. A: During my undergraduate years, I produced and music-directed the Yale Whiffenpoofs' 2023 studio album, Lost Keys, an a cappella album of sixteen tracks. Not only did I schedule over 100 hours of studio time, juggling the schedules of all fourteen group members, I also contributed four arrangements to the project.

  3. Q: What are you working on at the moment?

  4. A: I am putting the finishing touches on a jazz-pop EP of five original songs, which will be rolled out as a series of singles in the coming months!

  5. Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?

  6. A: I have worked closely with multi-instrumentalist, engineer, and producer Kyle Frey on all of my recording projects, and his brother, Dr. Brett Frey, is a phenomenal session bassist.

  7. Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?

  8. A: Pick the professional who you feel best aligns with your artistic vision, and who also is reliable and easy to work with.

  9. Q: Can you share one music production tip?

  10. A: In our modern musical landscape, consumers have come to expect perfection. Attention to detail is everything. Go through your track with a fine tooth comb to make sure you're 100% happy with every single moment.

  11. Q: What type of music do you usually work on?

  12. A: I work primarily on piano-driven music that lives somewhere in between, pop, rock, and musical theater.

  13. Q: What's your strongest skill?

  14. A: My deep knowledge of music theory allows me to quickly cycle through different ideas for chord progressions, refine instrumental textures, write and re-write vocal parts, and ultimately home in on the best course of action to make each moment sparkle.

  15. Q: What do you bring to a song?

  16. A: My tracks are almost immediately identifiable by their rollicking piano parts and my soaring vocals. But most importantly, I'm a storyteller, and I have a knack for making composition and production decisions that bring out deeper meaning in a song's lyrics.

  17. Q: What's your typical work process?

  18. A: Before I jump into a new project, I like to make sure I have a clear understanding of my client's vision. Once that is in place, I can quickly execute a "first draft." I like to balance my client's ideas with a dose of my own creativity to craft the best product possible.

  19. Q: Tell us about your studio setup.

  20. A: I use the state-of-the-art Nord Stage 4 keyboard and the Slate Digital VMS ML-1 Large-diaphragm Modeling Microphone for all of my recording projects. I run both ProTools and Logic Pro, and I mix using the Steven Slate Audio VSX Modeling Headphones.

  21. Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?

  22. A: I am inspired by the music I grew up listening to on my dad's iPod: Billy Joel, Elton John, The Beatles, Queen, and more. I have also worked closely with Nashville-based award-winning producer and pianist Jason Webb.

  23. Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.

  24. A: I create piano tracks for clients to use in auditions, self-tapes, and in master recordings. I also often write chord charts, lead sheets, and arrange vocal parts for session projects.

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Would It Kill You? by John Paciga (unreleased)

I was the songwriter, singer, pianist, and arranger in this production

Terms Of Service

Pricing may vary based on the project. I will always make an effort to work within your budget!

GenresSounds Like
  • Billy Joel
  • Jamie Cullum
  • Jukebox The Ghost
Gear Highlights
  • Nord Stage 4 88
  • Slate Digital VMS ML-1 Large-diaphragm Modeling Microphone
  • Steven Slate Audio VSX Modeling Headphones
  • Apogee Duet
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