Award-winning composer specializing in Orchestral Arrangement. Scored over 2000 projects including feature films, advertisements, theatrical productions, and dozens of internationally recognized artists
Hi, I'm a freelance composer and arranger from Ireland. I have a Masters in Music Composition from the National University of Ireland, and I'm at your service!
You can hire me on soundbetter.com to:
-Add an orchestral or string part for your song
-Create an orchestral / string / choral arrangement
-Compose an original piece of music
-Play piano or synth
I specialize in classical music, so I excel at orchestral scoring, piano, chamber ensembles, etc. I'll take care of all the classical elements of your song.
If you have any questions, you can message me any time!
Looking forward to hearing from you!
Contact me through the green button above and let's get to work.
Credits
- The Joe Rogan Experience
- Antrum (The deadliest film ever made)
- National Russian Symphony Orchestra
- National Concert Orchestra of Ireland
- Maynooth University Orchestra
- Trio Festivale
- Port Mahadia
- House of Lords
- Cristina Botnari
- Derek Sherinian
- Michael Brandmeier
- Umformung (Film)
- Neti Neti- Not This Not This (Film)
172 Reviews - 32 Repeat Clients
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Very competent and straight forward professional! I'm super happy with what I got and I'll definitely work with Paul again. Totally recommend!
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A timely and intelligent delivery with deep touch of humanity
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Paul is amazing to work with. Incredibly patient, talented, a true collaborator and does he ever make me sound better! I trust him with my music....looking forward to my next project with him.
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Paul is serious and proactive. Thanks for the good work !
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Paul was a dream to work with. Absolutely incredible work musically, and also extremely professional-- I am already working on other projects to collaborate on! Thank you, Paul!
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I'm a repeat client of Paul Cecchetti and I always turn to him for good quality orchestral or big band arrangements. This one was for a big band and as always, very satisfied with his work.
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Paul is Genius ! He turned my sketch into a beautiful picture with Lush and rich orchestra ! LOVE !
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Well delivered!
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As usual Paul did an incredible job!!! He blows my mind with his knowledge, expertise and swiftness. It’s truly a pleasure working with him!! Looking forward to working on another project together soon G-D willing!
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Always exceeding expectations. Creative mindedness missed with humanity. Paul is genius!
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Paul is very talented and creative composer, arranger and producer. He was very helpful and easy to work with. The music he did for my song was wonderful, and He works very fast. I will continue working with him, and I also I will recommend him to my colleagues.
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Paul is an exceptional talent.
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Another job well done!
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Highly commendable effort and creativity.
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I couldn't have asked for a more skilled and talented composer and musician in Paul. He was able to do work magic on songs that I didn't think were possible for my classical pieces. On top of that he's kind, patient and goes the extra mile to make your collaborative experience fun and rewarding. Love working with him!
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Paul took my song to the next level with his String arrangement! Super kind guy and master at his craft.
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I waited to review until I mixed the Orchestral parts into my song. Well, that's basically done now and I can say that the strings parts from Paul are beautiful and have transformed my song.
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Paul is amazing! He was able to fix a sound problem that no one else could. A delight to work with!!!
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Wonderful to work with Paul again.
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Every project is treated with highest standard.
Interview with Paul J Cecchetti
Q: What was your career path? How long have you been doing this?
A: I began doing this professionally while I studied music in university. That's 10 years and counting.
Q: Can you share one music production tip?
A: Less is more- let the music do the talking, don't try to over-complicate things.
Q: What do you bring to a song?
A: My orchestrations add depth and class to my client's songs. An orchestral part really helps fill up the space in a mix and take it to a whole other level.
Q: What's your typical work process?
A: 80% of it is coming up with ideas. Once the idea comes online, the music writes itself.
Q: What other musicians or music production professionals inspire you?
A: Sebastien Petiet- Violin player in the National Concert Orchestra of Ireland. He got me started on my journey of learning about conducting and writing for orchestra. He's a stunning violinist, conductor, composer, and all round great guy. Really humble too.
Q: Is there anyone on SoundBetter you know and would recommend to your clients?
A: I work with Carsten Neugebauer quite a lot, he's my go-to for guitar. Awesome guy, fine musician / producer and genuine all-rounder. He rocks!
Q: Tell us about a project you worked on you are especially proud of and why. What was your role?
A: I really enjoyed working with Cristina Botnari, violinist in the National Symphony Orchestra of Russia. She sent me this beautiful recording of a piece for violin and piano, to which I added the orchestration. It's on my soundcloud profile, I'm very proud of that one.
Q: What's your 'promise' to your clients?
A: 100% Satisfaction or a full refund
Q: What do you like most about your job?
A: Getting to meet and work with different clients from around the world, and all the different styles of music they bring to me.
Q: What's the biggest misconception about what you do?
A: That I just sit in the studio all day pressing the "make music" button
Q: What advice do you have for a customer looking to hire a provider like you?
A: Send me the track that you're working on, describe in as much detail as you can what you want the song to sound like. Include plenty of YouTube links and audio samples of music you love.
Q: If you were on a desert island and could take just 5 pieces of gear, what would they be?
A: My computer, my audio interface, my monitors, a rode NT1-A microphone, and my copy of Walter Pistons book on Orchestration!
Q: What type of music do you usually work on?
A: Lots of pop, rock, worship music, country, dance, heavy metal... All with a classical twist.
Q: Describe the most common type of work you do for your clients.
A: Bands and musicians send me their unfinished tracks, and I write an orchestral part for them. I then deliver a full set of stems (Strings, Woodwind, Brass, Percussion), which they can have mixed. I also provide a reference mix.
I was the Arranger in this production
- Come Walk With Me
- Star Trek Resurgence (Main Title)
- Church Bells
- The Southern Flame (Main Title)
- String ArrangerAverage price - $350 per song
- Composer OrchestralAverage price - $400 per song
- ProducerAverage price - $400 per song
- PianoAverage price - $170 per song
- Film ComposerAverage price - $200 per minute
- Keyboards - SynthAverage price - $170 per song
Unlimited revisions for SoundBetter clients
Stems and MIDI included
- Hans Zimmer
- Howard Shore
- John Williams
- Studio One
- Sibelius
- Cinematic Studio Strings
- Berlin Strings & Woodwinds
- Cinebrass
- Keyscape
- Omnisphere
- Itchy BootsApr 12, 2022
I'm happy to have provided additional production services and programmed drums for a driving / country rock song by the very talented songwriter Kevan M. Kevan and I have worked together on no less than 18 songs at this point..! His music is so creative and high-energy, and a lot of fun to work on! He continues to reinvent himself as an artist. Can't wait for his next album!
- Gospel / Worship medleyApr 12, 2022
I had a blast working with Titus O on an original arrangement / medley of three hymns- "Heaven Will Surely Be Worth It All", "It Is Well With My Soul" and "Battle Hymn of the Republic" The arrangement is to be used in a family ceremony, and I'm honored to provide music for the occasion. Thanks Titus for being such an awesome collaborator!
- SEE YOU SOON - (Inspired by a message from Pope Francis)Apr 29, 2020
Singer / Songwriter Michael Brandmeier wrote and recorded a beautiful song inspired by the Pope's message about COVID-19.
The song, which features my string arrangement, has had enormous success with over 1 Million views and 10k likes on Facebook.
https://www.facebook.com/MichaelBrandmeierMusic/videos/545100976390240 - Lyre Recording of BachAug 13, 2017
The very talented lyre player John Billing recently come to the studio to record a full album of Bach’s music. John recorded a selection of Bach’s music on his hand-made renaissance lyre, which is an ancient instrument shaped and played like a small harp.
Check out John at his website for his tour and teaching schedules: http://www.johnlyre.co.uk/