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!
I'd love to hear about your project. Click the 'Contact' button above to get in touch.
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)
196 Reviews - 33 Repeat Clients
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check_circleVerifiedBrilliant as always :)
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Paul is an excellent talent with touch of excellence.
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Great way to start the year 2025. Paul is a rare Gem with deep knowledge of orchestration that cuts across various styles of music.
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Paul did a great job one iteration was all it took after I sent the midi file he was quick and creative. Very professional and reasonable as to budget.
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It is always moment of joy and satisfaction anytime Paul delivers. He is an exceptional talent with deep knowledge of the orchestration.
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Excellent Job! Great to work with. Thanks
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Paul's work is consistently highly professional and polished. Very grateful!
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Impressive and fantastic job well done!
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Paul is a pro. Extremely fast and so much fun. Been working with Paul on many projects for years. He's awesome
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A speedy delivery with touch of excellence.
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Paul is an excellent talent to work with.
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Just more than an orchestrator; Paul is true to humanity with a heart that reaches beyond music. I have never regretted having Paul to work on all of my projects. He is gentle, compassionate and a Genius!
check_circleVerifiedWords cannot describe Paul! I imagine it's like being able to hire Mozart! I gave him a simple two-part harmony, a cappella, based on Mozart's "Ah! Vous dirai-je, maman" ("Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star"). Paul turned it into a splendid creation worthy of serving as a tribute to opera star Kathleen Battle. I had always wanted the song as a choral piece but couldn't afford a choir. Paul hired an amazing singer, Sofia Berro, of Argentina. He took her parts, and his own, and produced...my...CHOIR!
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Paul has been great to work with. They offered very quick responses and progress for each working stage of the music. They also adapted well to the changes suggested. Would recommend!
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I wanted a change to a file after the job was complete. Paul quickly and kindly effected the request without making me feel as if I were an annoying customer (smile). And the file he delivered is perfect.
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Paul quickly cleaned up an a cappella track which has mouth noises I have endured hearing for 13 years! Amazing!
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Paul Cecchetti is a musical GENIUS! He turned my precious song, "The Kings' Queen" (The King Family's Queen), which had been online in a cappella form for years (with 10k views), and turned it into the exquisite orchestral composition I had always known it could be...but that I thought I would never get to hear.
Paul's arrangements soar and inspire and make one cry. He adds layers of sound, of instruments, in such a masterly way that I feel transported to an actual orchestra hall.
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Paul Cecchetti is a musical GENIUS! He turned my precious song, "The Kings' Queen" (The King Family's Queen), which had been online in a cappella form for years (with 10k views), and turned it into the exquisite orchestral composition I had always known it could be...but that I thought I would never get to hear.Paul is AMAZING! His arrangements soar and inspire...and make one cry.
Now, finally, the queenly First Lady of the 1950s' American Civil Rights Movement, Mrs. Coretta Scott Ki
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Top class, friendly and easy to work with, always high standard, just brilliant
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So so kind & patient. Paul Was trying to understand my feel, which displayed his confidence in me. Hence, we’re only on phase 1 with curating music our sound and it already sounds beautiful.
Better to come.
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
Stems and MIDI included
3rd party musicians incurs additional costs
- 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/
