Guitarist, composer, and music producer focused on thoughtful collaboration, musical depth and clarity.
I’m a guitarist, composer, and music producer working across performance, composition, arranging, and recording.
My background includes classical and contemporary guitar, original composition, and long-form musicianship training. I value clarity, musical depth, and thoughtful collaboration over trends or shortcuts.
I work with artists, songwriters, and creators internationally, both online and in person.
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Interview with Wesley Hlava
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I’m proud of all the work I’ve completed, because each project is approached with the same level of care, musical intention, and attention to detail. I tend to invest deeply in realising the musical vision of each piece rather than treating projects as interchangeable.
Q: What are you working on at the moment?
A: A range of original composition and production projects, including instrumental and string-based works.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I’m still exploring the platform, but I value collaborators who prioritise communication and musicality.
Q: Analog or digital and why?
A: Digital, for flexibility and recall — but always used in service of musical decisions rather than convenience.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: Clear communication, thoughtful musical decisions, and work delivered with care and integrity.
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Helping ideas become finished pieces of music that feel coherent and complete.
Q: What questions do customers most commonly ask you? What's your answer?
A: Questions around scope, timelines, and how collaborative the process will be. I explain the process clearly upfront and tailor the workflow to the project’s needs.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That good results come from tools rather than musical decisions. Tools help, but clarity of intent matters more.
Q: What questions do you ask prospective clients?
A: I usually ask about the purpose of the project, timeline, references, and what success looks like for them.
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Be clear about what you want the music to achieve, even if the details aren’t fully formed. Good communication makes everything smoother.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: A guitar, manuscript paper, a pencil, an eraser, and time. Thats enough to write music.
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I’ve worked across performance, composition, teaching, and production for many years, developing a broad musical foundation that informs how I approach projects today.
Q: How would you describe your style?
A: Considered, musical, and understated — focused on clarity, structure, and long-term listenability rather than surface impact.
Q: Which artist would you like to work with and why?
A: I would enjoy working with any artist who is thoughtful about their music and open to collaboration. I’m less interested in genre and more interested in intention and integrity.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Make decisions early about what matters musically, and let everything else support that. Clarity beats endless tweaking.
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Original instrumental and song-based music, including orchestral or string-focused compositions, guitar-led works, and produced tracks that prioritise musical depth.
Q: What's your strongest skill?
A: Translating ideas into clear, finished music — whether that’s through composition, arrangement, or production.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: Musical perspective, structure, and coherence. I focus on making sure every part serves the piece as a whole rather than adding unnecessary complexity.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: I start by understanding the musical intent and scope, then move into composition or arrangement before refining performance, sound, and structure. I work iteratively, keeping communication clear at each stage.
Q: Tell us about your studio setup.
A: I work from a treated home studio designed for focused composition, recording, and production. My setup prioritises accuracy, workflow efficiency, and musical decision-making rather than large or complex signal chains.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: I’m inspired by composers and musicians who value clarity, restraint, and long-form musical thinking — across classical, contemporary, and cinematic traditions. I tend to gravitate toward work where musical intention matters more than trends.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: I most commonly work with artists, songwriters, and creators who need thoughtful composition, guitar work, or production support for original music. Projects often involve shaping musical ideas, arranging, and delivering polished, musically coherent pieces.
I was the Composer/Producer/Instrumentalist in this production
- Classical GuitarAverage price - $70 per song
- ProducerAverage price - $400 per song
- Composer OrchestralAverage price - $70 per song
Project scope, timeline, and deliverables are agreed before starting. Pricing may vary depending on complexity and requirements. Clear communication is expected throughout the collaboration.
