Composition/Arranging Services
I am generally available for commission of composition services. My rates are as follows:
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Rates for solo/small ensemble compositions are $100 per minute for up to 4 instruments, including vocal lines. Ensembles above 4 instruments add $5 to the rate per instrument.
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Large ensembles such as concert band, full marching band, or orchestra are at a flat rate of $190 per minute.
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Any specialized such as drum line or pit percussion writing for a marching band show will be charged per the small ensemble rate above.
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The rate for choir pieces is $120 per minute.
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There is a $20 surcharge for any commission involving piano writing, to be added on top of the final total (rather than added to the rate).
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Arrangements have a 5% discount, but the commissioner is responsible for procuring the rights to arrange any copyrighted material.
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Any quotes provided are subject to fluctuation depending on the final length of the piece. All commissions require a 50% non-refundable deposit of the initial quote to begin work.

Transcription Services
I am also available to transcribe music as needed. See below for terms and rates:
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MOST IMPORTANT: The client must provide reasonable proof of rights to transcribe copyrighted material. Travis Salim does not assume liability for mishandling copyrighted material.
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There are two rates for transcribing: with a written score and with a recording. As with compositions and arrangements, these rates apply up to 4 instruments, with the rate increasing by $1 per additional instrument.
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Transcriptions with a score are $3 per measure.​
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Transcriptions with only a recording are $5 per measure.
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Rates are more negotiable based on circumstance. 50% deposit not required.​
