tag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:/blogs/my-blog-feel-free-to-leave-comments?p=3Mute City Music Blog2023-07-19T03:52:54-06:00Mute City Musicfalsetag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/72438312023-07-19T03:52:54-06:002023-10-16T08:46:56-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus/Sheet Music Direct<h4>
<a class="no-pjax" href="https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1362360/Product.aspx" target="_blank" data-link-type="url"><strong>Violence, Exclusion, & Degradation</strong></a><strong> | By Zack Demos</strong>
</h4><p><i>Inspired by Matt Niess and the Capitol Bones</i><br><i>Fun and funky rock shuffle for trombone quintet + rhythm section (Gtr/Pno, Bs, Dr)</i><br><i>Fits anywhere in your concert set!</i><br><i>Recommended for college or professional groups</i></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/71957382023-04-24T02:11:40-06:002023-07-18T16:49:42-06:00Nostal-jazz EP Release!<p>Denver's premier jazz cover band, <a class="no-pjax" href="nostal-jazz.com" target="_blank" data-link-type="url"><strong>Nostal-jazz</strong></a>, has just released their first recording, aptly titled <i>“</i><a class="no-pjax" href="https://open.spotify.com/album/0syfyZieYFCvdu41FYBskK?si=DsEkA4onSoCpRzAfoygH-w" target="_blank" data-link-type="url"><i>1st Edition</i></a><i>” </i>under the Mute City Music label! The three-song EP features two arrangements by Zack Demos - <i>Theme from the ‘The Odd Couple’</i> and <i>Mario Kart 64 (Circuit) </i>as well as a trombone solo by Zack on the former. Now available on all your favorite streaming platforms!</p><div class="video-container size_xl justify_center" style=""><iframe data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="ps_2-tbZN7I" data-video-thumb-url="" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ps_2-tbZN7I?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></div>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/70602842022-09-19T10:00:00-06:002022-09-19T10:00:01-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus/Sheet Music Direct<p><strong><a contents="A Whole New World" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1202328/Product.aspx" target="_blank">A Whole New World</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>From Disney's "Aladdin" Performed by Brad Kane, Lea Salonga</em></p>
<p>With this arrangement, your band has the option to feature either solo vocalist or male/female duet as originally recorded (male vocalist is part 1, female is part 2). Written for three horns, flute instead of sax. Trumpet requires cup mute. Electric keyboard required for synth string parts, although both piano and string parts are playable on one keyboard (no split required). Overall, a great addition to any mainstage performance that audiences will love!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/70602812022-09-14T13:33:37-06:002022-09-14T13:33:38-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus/Sheet Music Direct<p><strong><a contents="Beauty and the Beast" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1202322/Product.aspx" target="_blank">Beauty and the Beast</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>As Recorded by Celine Dion, Peabo Bryson</em></p>
<p>With this arrangement, your band has the option to feature either solo vocalist or male/female duet as originally recorded. Saxophonist requires a flute double and there are transpositions available for Alto and Tenor Sax. Electric piano is recommended. Some extra rehearsal time may be necessary (particularly for less experienced bands) but the results will be worth it. A definite crowd-pleaser for any kind of mainstage performance!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/70537722022-09-12T10:00:00-06:002022-09-12T10:00:01-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus/Sheet Music Direct<p><strong><a contents="Yesterday" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1198132/Product.aspx" target="_blank">Yesterday</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>The Beatles</em></p>
<p>Short, flexible arrangement for show band with optional horn parts and synth strings Requires very little rehearsal time which makes concert prep much easier and more efficient while still being enjoyable for audiences</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/70602942022-09-08T10:00:00-06:002022-09-14T13:49:20-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus/Sheet Music Direct<p><strong><a contents="Unchain My Heart" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1199588/Product.aspx" target="_blank">Unchain My Heart</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>Joe Cocker version</em></p>
<p>Originally by Ray Charles, this short, flexible arrangement for show band with optional horn parts and open solo section requires very little rehearsal time, which makes concert prep much easier and more efficient while still being enjoyable for audiences</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/70537672022-09-06T10:40:00-06:002022-09-14T13:53:15-06:00Sheet Music Direct Now Carrying MCM Charts!<p>Click <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/Search.aspx?query=Mute%20City%20Music" target="_blank"><strong>here</strong></a> to check out the full Mute City Music catalog now available at sheetmusicdirect.com! All previously published arrangements and all future arrangements will be available at both <a contents="sheetmusicplus.com" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/mute-city-music-sheet-music/3007596" target="_blank">sheetmusicplus.com</a> and <a contents="sheetmusicdirect.com" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/Search.aspx?query=Mute%20City%20Music" target="_blank">sheetmusicdirect.com</a></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/70476602022-08-28T03:26:14-06:002022-08-28T03:26:15-06:00NEW TITLE(S!) Available on Sheet Music Plus<p>I’m so behind on work 😭 I wrote a handful of jazz trombone duets during 2020 lockdown and just now got around to releasing them. We have a great community of trombone players here in Denver and I wanted to show my gratitude with these short vignettes. </p>
<p>Trombone players and teachers, if you’re in the market for sight-reading/audition material, give these a look! They are playable with or without backing track <em>(in the process of getting recorded!)</em> and the charts are already online at <a contents="Sheet Music Direct" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicdirect.com/en-US/se/ID_No/1193817/Product.aspx" target="_blank"><strong>Sheet Music Direct</strong></a> and <a contents="Sheet Music Plus" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/slide-by-slide-digital-sheet-music/22342224" target="_blank"><strong>Sheet Music Plus</strong></a>.</p>
<p>My goal is to hopefully have a book of these duets released as a collection in the coming months, open to collaboration!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/67753552021-10-13T22:12:27-06:002021-10-13T22:12:27-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Pictures In My Head" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/pictures-in-my-head-digital-sheet-music/22114142?ac=1" target="_blank">Pictures In My Head</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>Featured in <strong>The Muppets</strong> (2011) </em></p>
<p>Ballad in the key of A Major <br><em>Perfect for auditions/recitals!</em></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/67721402021-10-11T01:00:23-06:002021-10-11T01:00:23-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Too Good, Too Bad" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/too-good-too-bad-digital-sheet-music/22108629?ac=1" target="_blank">Too Good, Too Bad</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>As recorded by The Seatbelts, this arrangement for New Orleans-style street band/brasspop with flexible 5-part instrumentation (transpositions included), along with 4 percussion parts is best suited for intermediate bands, but also provides a suitable challenge for less experienced groups. While the transcribed notation in the drumset part is only a suggestion, a strong snare drummer is recommended when performing this piece. Includes an open solo section with written backgrounds. Ideal to play at your local outdoor venue!</em></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/67604122021-09-28T21:47:42-06:002021-09-29T02:09:14-06:00NEW TITLE(S!) Available on Sheet Music Plus<p>It's been a while, but we finally have some new arrangements available for purchase! Check out <a contents="I Wish" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/i-wish-digital-sheet-music/22104227?ac=1" target="_blank"><strong>I Wish</strong></a> <em>(Stevie Wonder)</em>, <a contents="Mongonucleosis" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/mongonucleosis-digital-sheet-music/22098560?ac=1" target="_blank"><strong>Mongonucleosis</strong></a> <em>(Chicago)</em>, and <a contents="Runaway Baby" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/runaway-baby-digital-sheet-music/22098630?ac=1" target="_blank"><strong>Runaway Baby</strong></a> <em>(Bruno Mars)</em> all for New Orleans-style street band/brasspop with flexible 5-part instrumentation (transpositions included), along with 4 percussion parts. Each chart is on SMP for $24.95. Best suited for moderate to experienced bands, but also provide a tasty challenge for younger groups. These are ideal charts to play at your local outdoor venue!</p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/141776/63204f4c228bda501c77acbe59fdb2051ba93468/original/chart-cover-i-wish.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/141776/aebc7a84e90cca7a57d224d3b81760fcf6fd4fcc/original/chart-cover-mongonucleosis.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/141776/2bbaae1fdc7f84675270a16702d6c327f4f0f278/original/chart-cover-runaway-baby.jpg/!!/meta:eyJzcmNCdWNrZXQiOiJiemdsZmlsZXMifQ==/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/66054152021-04-15T19:16:16-06:002022-03-04T13:58:37-07:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Au Privave" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/au-privave-digital-sheet-music/22009949?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Au Privave</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>A classic Charlie Parker standard arranged for 4 tenors & 1 bass trombone plus rhythm section.<br>Up-Tempo Samba/Swing with solo space for every player.</em></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/65916392021-04-02T10:10:00-06:002021-04-02T10:20:01-06:00March Chart Sales Summary<p>Here are my <a contents="Sheet Music Plus" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/mute-city-music/7596" target="_blank">Sheet Music Plus</a> sales for the month of February: <br>[Click to View]<img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/141776/f2f89ea0c0bacbe714cb27c92da6c808f0e767af/original/march-sales.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/65776512021-03-01T22:00:00-07:002021-08-08T15:03:17-06:00February Chart Sales Summary<p>Here are my <a contents="Sheet Music Plus" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/mute-city-music/7596" target="_blank">Sheet Music Plus</a> sales for the month of February:<br>[Click to View]<br><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/141776/d230a6454f48c39b4cc955f665c4bf9920e97d8f/original/feb-sales.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/64914982020-12-04T03:11:45-07:002020-12-04T03:14:36-07:00New Music for a Sports Podcast!<p>Just recently finished some music for a sports podcast co-hosted by my friend Steve (Bushy)! Excited to be a part of this project going forward.</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="SAciSjiKvR4" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/SAciSjiKvR4/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/SAciSjiKvR4?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="RY9uXr8bCF8" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/RY9uXr8bCF8/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/RY9uXr8bCF8?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>
<p><em>The SP & Bushy Show is a sports talk podcast by Sean Pooley and Stephen Bush. This music debuted with their 5th episode on November 1st, 2020. </em></p>
<p><a contents="Subscribe to the SP &amp; Bushy Show" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQpfsyVVNG3L9NHh-_9cjbw/videos" target="_blank"><strong>Subscribe to the SP & Bushy Show</strong></a></p>
<p>and follow them on Twitter: <strong><a contents="@SpBushy" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://twitter.com/SpBushy" target="_blank">@SpBushy</a></strong></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/64566932020-10-15T15:39:18-06:002020-10-15T15:39:18-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Clutch" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/clutch-digital-sheet-music/21879301?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Clutch</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>As Recorded by The Seatbelts</em></p>
<p>Up-Tempo Swing tune in a reduced score format with transpositions for Bb, Eb, and Bass Cleff instruments <br>Recommended for experienced Jazz combos only</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/64482292020-10-02T21:25:25-06:002020-10-02T21:25:25-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Autumn in Ganymede" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/autumn-in-ganymede-digital-sheet-music/21872875?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Autumn in Ganymede</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>As Recorded by The Seatbelts</em></p>
<p>Autumn in Ganymede is a chill cha-cha style latin chart at a medium tempo. Features bass in Drop D tuning and an open solo section that incorporates horn lines from the original recording as backgrounds. A perfect change-of-pace selection for any Jazz combo performance.</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/64415872020-09-23T22:12:37-06:002020-09-23T22:12:37-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Want It All Back" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/want-it-all-back-digital-sheet-music/21868454?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Want It All Back</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>As Recorded by The Seatbelts </em></p>
<p>-High energy Jazz-Rock that features female vocalist (Alto) <br>-Keyboardist has option of either clavinet or piano <br>-Playable with or without horn section <br>-Ideal for more experienced Jazz and showbands</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/64286562020-09-09T01:01:24-06:002020-09-09T01:04:51-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><a contents="N.Y. Rush | Arr. Zack Demos" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/n-y-rush-digital-sheet-music/21859787?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank"><strong>N.Y. Rush</strong></a><strong> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>As Recorded by The Seatbelts</em></p>
<p>A burning tempo combined with highly technical melodic phrases make this a great concert opener for experienced groups! Features an open solo section and includes an optional trombone part not present in the original recording. Rhodes piano sound is highly recommended here and no brass mutes are required. Overall an exciting and challenging fast swing tune for advanced combo groups to try improvisation.</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/64214172020-08-31T16:32:49-06:002020-09-09T01:13:03-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Cat Blues" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/cat-blues-digital-sheet-music/21856639?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Cat Blues</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>As Recorded by The Seatbelts</em></p>
<p>Cat Blues is a cool medium swing chart for more advanced Jazz combo groups. The woodwind player doubles on flute/piccolo (2nd part) and is heavily featured on the melody throughout. Also features an open solo section to extend the tune's duration beyond the original recording. Trumpet requires harmon mute and trombone requires bucket mute. A very unique addition to any concert or festival set! </p>
<p>Trumpet Range: E6 <br>Flute Range: C7 <br>Trombone Range: C5</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/64148962020-08-22T01:33:42-06:002020-08-22T01:36:02-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Mushroom Hunting" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/mushroom-hunting-digital-sheet-music/21850033?ac=1" target="_blank">Mushroom Hunting</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>As Recorded by The Seatbelts</em></p>
<p>Adding to the book of Seatbelts arrangements with one of my personal favorites, Mushroom Hunting! Mushroom Hunting is fast, funky Latin Jazz perfect for intermediate to advanced combo groups. The bass line is infectious and the added color of the vocals and congas elevates this chart to another level. Rhodes sound is recommended for the keyboard part. Solos can be opened up for added length if needed. Enjoy!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/64062002020-08-10T03:20:57-06:002020-08-10T03:20:57-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Gateway" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/gateway-digital-sheet-music/21843807?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&ac=1" target="_blank">Gateway</a> | Arr. Zack Demos </strong></p>
<p><em>As Recorded by The Seatbelts</em> </p>
<p>Fasten your seatbelts! Here's the second chart this week from Yoko Kanno. Gateway has a cool, quirky opening in a second line feel that quickly transitions into a fast swing. Solos can be extended from E-H or played exactly like the recording. More advanced Jazz combos will not only enjoy improvising over the chord changes, but also on some of the rhythmic hits as well. Trombone and tenor sax carry the melody throughout with some help from the guitar. Great for any part of a concert or festival set!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/64061952020-08-10T03:10:45-06:002020-08-16T03:36:53-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Odd Ones" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/odd-ones-digital-sheet-music/21843789?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&ac=1" target="_blank">Odd Ones</a> | Arr. Zack Demos </strong></p>
<p><em>As Recorded by The Seatbelts</em></p>
<p>Finally back with some new music! This week we have a double feature of tunes by the legendary Yoko Kanno of Cowboy Bebop fame. Odd Ones is an exciting up-tempo swing tune with an infectious melody powered by the tenor saxophone (alto sax transposition also included). Not too difficult for developing Jazz combos, yet interesting and unique enough for more advanced players. Transpositions of the melody part for other instruments coming soon, stay tuned!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/64286572020-05-04T01:10:00-06:002020-09-09T01:11:45-06:00I Made My Own Lord of the Rings Music<p>[VIDEO] Although it's International Star Wars Day as I upload this, I've always been a Lord of the Rings nerd at my core. Howard Shore wrote one of the most monumental scores in film history as he blended elements of Romantic, Medieval, and even more modern techniques to develop his leitmotif for each element of the trilogy. I particularly gravitate to his themes of the fellowship and Lothlorien/Rivendell, so this track is a tribute to those elements. My main goal for this project was to emphasize extreme dynamic and textural contrast within a somewhat limited orchestration. There are no woodwinds on this track - I wanted to concentrate on the brass and choir. It's interesting because Shore mainly reserved these kinds of orchestrations for the forces of Sauron, Saruman, and the dwarfs, but again I tried to exercise a bit of contrast. Hope you enjoy!</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="N7qmbktBcko" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/N7qmbktBcko/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/N7qmbktBcko?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/62989972020-04-29T14:40:02-06:002020-04-29T14:40:51-06:00New Video Score on YT: Northern Storm<p>Working on video scores for all our published Jazz Ensemble music! Now you can preview music on our YouTube before making your purchase through<br><a contents="Sheet Music Plus" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/publishers/mute-city-music/7596" target="_blank">Sheet Music Plus</a>. Check out Northern Storm here:</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="0tmAajT2Nz8" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/0tmAajT2Nz8/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/0tmAajT2Nz8?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/62792222020-04-10T20:48:27-06:002020-04-10T20:48:27-06:00I Made My Own James Bond Action Music<p>[VIDEO] Made a video to go with my most recent library track. This is a more modern-ish take a la David Arnold (I know he didn't compose for all the films represented in the video). I've been testing the waters with hybrid orchestral tools and really enjoyed writing a sample action cue for my favorite franchise.</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="aV2S2SiHGyQ" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/aV2S2SiHGyQ/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/aV2S2SiHGyQ?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/62423802020-03-09T04:11:59-06:002020-03-09T04:11:59-06:00License to Kill (New Demo Track!)<p>I wanted to release this track just ahead of the new James Bond movie (No Time to Die)'s release, but since the premiere got pushed back, I decided to release it now! This is a more modern-ish take a la David Arnold. I've been testing the waters with hybrid orchestral tools and really enjoyed writing a sample action cue for my favorite franchise. </p>
<p>"Bond, your license to kill does not include the civilian population..."</p>3:49Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/60220352019-12-15T15:02:54-07:002019-12-15T15:06:18-07:00License our Tracks via Songtradr<p>The better part of this year was spent creating and licensing demo tracks for music libraries which was a lot of fun! Check out our Songtradr page if you'd like to use one of our tracks in your next project: <br><a contents="https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/zack.demos" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/zack.demos" target="_blank">https://www.songtradr.com/user/profile/zack.demos</a></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/59971672019-12-08T21:59:53-07:002019-12-08T21:59:53-07:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Ease on Down the Road" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/ease-on-down-the-road-digital-sheet-music/21549467?ac=1" target="_blank">Ease on Down the Road</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p>From Sidney Lumet's "The Wiz" </p>
<p>Ease on Down the Road is a funky and soulful "Follow the Yellow Brick Road" for moderately experienced bands. Based on the 2015 live version by Jerry Hey and Harvey Mason Jr., this arrangement is playable with reduced instrumentation and has solo space available for any instrument. A really fun opener or closer for concert or festival!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/59687422019-11-21T16:57:15-07:002020-01-24T15:04:19-07:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Just Say the Word (mp3)" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/just-say-the-word-digital-sheet-music/21542133?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live+Composition&referral_id=Email_Live+Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live+Composition&ac=1&fbclid=IwAR07JsHaWKKBCB_Cd3fONQLicd_w5li2lp7wHvcosZvx7crIJ60TyTb3Psk" target="_blank">Just Say the Word (mp3)</a> | Comp. & Arr. Zack Demos</strong><br><br>The Word Association theme, "Just Say the Word" is now available as an audio download on Sheet Music Plus! Had a blast recording this back in 2013. Want the sheet music? Click <a contents="HERE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/just-say-the-word-digital-sheet-music/20520161?ac=1" target="_blank"><strong>HERE</strong></a></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/59358732019-10-22T23:02:31-06:002019-10-23T00:15:16-06:00Now Streaming on Twitch!<p>[VIDEO] Put together this little promo to announce Mute City Music and 5oundbyte Gaming are partnering up to deliver a wide variety of streaming content related to music production and video games! Hope you'll join us on an upcoming stream! ???<br><br><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="Jmtm-4trGZM" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/Jmtm-4trGZM/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Jmtm-4trGZM?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/59151502019-10-04T02:02:53-06:002019-10-04T02:02:53-06:00New Tracks and Playlists on SoundCloud<p>New tracks and freshly curated playlists are now on our SoundCloud page! Follow the link below to listen for free!</p>
<p><a contents="soundcloud.com/mute-city-music" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://soundcloud.com/mute-city-music" target="_blank"><em>soundcloud.com/mute-city-music</em></a></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/58800072019-09-03T23:53:04-06:002019-09-03T23:53:04-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="I Like-a Do Da Cha-Cha" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/i-like-a-do-da-cha-cha-digital-sheet-music/21409982?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">I Like-a Do Da Cha-Cha</a> | Comp. & Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em><strong>Arranged for Jazz Quartet </strong><br>Bb, Eb, and Bass Cleff Transpositions Included <br>Solo space for Horn (or Guitar) and Keyboard <br>Electric Keyboard Recommended for Different Texture/Timbre Options</em><br><br>Also, if you're wondering about the title, it comes from this: <br><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="iplfWUtKMzI" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/iplfWUtKMzI/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/iplfWUtKMzI?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/58759382019-08-30T17:07:31-06:002019-08-30T17:09:06-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="The Sign (Ace of Base)" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/the-sign-digital-sheet-music/21408225?ac=1" target="_blank">The Sign (Ace of Base)</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p>Female Jazz Vocals (4-part SSAA)<br>Dedicated to Maja Buck and the Mountain Vista Women's Jazz Choir</p>
<p><em>-Solo Features for Soprano and Alto <br>-Includes Rhythm Section ~ Piano, Bass, Drums <br>-Medium Swing <br>-Recommended for high school and/or less experienced college groups</em></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/58635642019-08-19T23:07:58-06:002019-08-19T23:09:19-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Swing Vote" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/swing-vote-digital-sheet-music/21405043?ac=1" target="_blank">Swing Vote</a> | Comp. & Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p><em>Swing Vote is an original composition for Jazz Trombone Quintet featuring an amusing shift between Bebop and Hip-Hop grooves as well as a relentless A Capella soli. Ideal for college and professional trombone groups.</em></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/57940422019-06-17T03:43:32-06:002019-06-17T03:43:32-06:00I Made My Own Sonic the Hedgehog Music<p>[VIDEO] Gotta go fast with another video game parody track! This one was by request and I'm excited to share it now. <strong><em>Sonic the Hedgehog</em></strong> has such a diverse soundtrack in each game so it was hard to figure out which angle I wanted to approach this from. Somehow I landed on the Hip-Hop theme which I guess seems to end up in every game of the franchise regardless of the composer. For the sound palette though, I wanted to pay tribute to Masato Nakamura, the composer for the first 2 titles on the Sega Genesis / Mega Drive. This track is made up entirely of original Genesis 16-Bit instruments and FX. Hope you enjoy! Which game should I try to parody next? ??</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="1DpcW2Fmo3Q" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/1DpcW2Fmo3Q/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/1DpcW2Fmo3Q?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/57860362019-06-10T03:46:24-06:002019-06-10T03:47:07-06:00I Made My Own Jackbox Party Pack Music<p>[VIDEO] Going a slightly different route with the game track videos this week. Last year I made just a generally groovy track that I was thinking would go with a Mario Party game or something, but then when I went back to make the video and listened to the track again, <strong><em>Jackbox Party Pack</em></strong> immediately popped into my head! Funny how our perceptions change over time...anyway, I put together some clips from Jackbox games where this tune might fit. Hope you enjoy this track called "That's The Way You Do It" </p>
<p>What game should I pretend to write for next? Leave a comment below! ??</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="yRZ6vu8cvRE" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/yRZ6vu8cvRE/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/yRZ6vu8cvRE?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/57778702019-06-03T03:25:08-06:002019-06-03T03:25:08-06:00I Made My Own Super Mario Bros. Music<p>[VIDEO] Another week means another video game track! Not much to say about this one except that the orchestration was intended to fit a new iteration of these games. I've worked on creating more authentic retro game tracks in the past so I wanted to make this one sound more modern while focusing on making the melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic elements more like what would be in an actual Mario Bros title. Which game should I try to parody next? ??</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="InzUfPDbNwE" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/InzUfPDbNwE/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/InzUfPDbNwE?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/57662712019-05-28T04:00:00-06:002019-05-28T04:00:42-06:00I Made My Own Donkey Kong Music<p>[VIDEO] Time for another video game parody track! This one is a couple years old and has some problems but it still sounds cool. I used <strong><em>Vir2's Mojo Horn Section</em></strong> for the trumpet and clarinet on this track, some of the most realistic sounding horn samples on the market. Just added the visual element a couple weeks ago so I thought I would share again. Hope you enjoy! </p>
<p>Which game should I try to parody next? Leave a comment below! ??</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="EpHXNLRs5c0" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/EpHXNLRs5c0/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/EpHXNLRs5c0?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/57662502019-05-23T22:43:14-06:002019-05-23T22:43:14-06:00I Made My Own F-Zero Music<p>[VIDEO] Last week I shared some original music I did a while ago in the style of Pokémon, and wanted to continue this week with something more current (if not a little bit futuristic?) with a track inspired by the F-Zero racing series! This was good practice for me in terms of dealing with drum loops and mixing different types of synth sounds. Hope you enjoy this track called "30 to 1" </p>
<p>Which game should I try to emulate next? Comment below! ??</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="M5y5lcOqnzE" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/M5y5lcOqnzE/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/M5y5lcOqnzE?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/57537532019-05-14T02:40:32-06:002019-05-14T02:41:56-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Up on the House Top" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/up-on-the-house-top-digital-sheet-music/21309279?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Up on the House Top</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong><br>NEW TITLE now available on Sheet Music Plus! First arrangement for string orchestra in the catalog and second Christmas tune ~ Up on the House Top! ??? <br>. . . <br>Duration: Approx. 3 1/2 minutes <br>Minimum 3 Percussionists (4 Recommended) <br>Piano / Harpsichord flexibility <br>A festive opener for your next (albeit several months away) Christmas concert! <br>. . . <br>Special thanks to our new friend Paul Kneusel for lending his strings expertise and giving his seal of approval ?</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/57481262019-05-09T04:10:21-06:002019-05-16T16:49:13-06:00I Made My Own Pokémon Battle Music<p>[VIDEO] With <em><strong>Detective Pikachu </strong></em>coming out this week, I thought it would be a good time to share some original music I did in the style of the classic Pokémon games! Which game should I try to emulate next? ?</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="q9LdPKLZnkY" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/q9LdPKLZnkY/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/q9LdPKLZnkY?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/56680652019-03-04T10:00:00-07:002019-08-19T23:10:12-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Goin' Back to New Orleans" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/going-back-to-new-orleans-digital-sheet-music/21179217?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Goin' Back to New Orleans</a></strong> <strong>| Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p>First new arrangement of 2019 is finally here, and just in time for Mardi Gras! <a contents="Goin' Back to New Orleans" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/going-back-to-new-orleans-digital-sheet-music/21179217?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Goin' Back to New Orleans</a> is a medium salsa tune with a brief second line groove at the beginning. Features solo space for your horn section and should be singable for most male and female voices. Concert lead sheet denotes both lead and backing vocal parts. Fun to play without being too challenging. Click <a contents="HERE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/going-back-to-new-orleans-digital-sheet-music/21179217?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">HERE</a> to get your copy for 7-piece showband now!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/55979942019-01-16T01:53:42-07:002019-01-16T01:53:42-07:00Zack Demos: Film & Game Composer (Demo Reel)<p>My composer demo reel is up on YouTube! Looking forward to working with professionals in the Film and Gaming industries ????</p>
<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="2BFkyQNAQXU" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/2BFkyQNAQXU/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/2BFkyQNAQXU?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/55301992018-11-28T01:14:31-07:002018-11-28T01:25:11-07:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><strong><a contents="Theme from The Odd Couple" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/theme-from-neil-simon-s-the-odd-couple-ii-digital-sheet-music/20950253?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Theme from The Odd Couple</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong></p>
<p>Originally composed by Neal Hefti</p>
<p>Based on the film version by Alan Silvestri (1998)</p>
<p>???? I'm particularly proud of this arrangement. I love TV and movie themes and this is one of my favorites - written and then later arranged by two of my favorite composers.</p>
<p>Check out even more great ArrangeMe titles @ Sheet Music Plus | SMP Press at Sheet Music Plus</p>
<p>#marketing #sales #music #publishing #jazz #musicindustry #themes #sheetmusic</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/55104232018-11-12T17:51:52-07:002018-11-12T17:52:14-07:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><span class="font_large"><strong><a contents="Always On My Mind" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/always-on-my-mind-digital-sheet-music/20938773?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Always On My Mind</a> | Arr. Zack Demos</strong> </span><br><strong>Based on the version by Elvis Presley (1972) </strong><br>????</p>
<p>A simple but effective arrangement for 7-piece showband</p>
<p><span class="font_small"><em>Key of G <br>Keyboard utilizes both piano and string sounds <br>Optional Flugelhorn substitute for Trumpet</em></span></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/55012432018-11-07T09:00:00-07:002018-11-07T09:00:33-07:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><em><span class="font_large"><a contents="Hip Replacement" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/hip-replacement-digital-sheet-music/20934144?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">Hip Replacement</a> - Large Jazz Ensemble</span></em></p>
<p><em><span class="font_regular">Style: Hip-Hop / Funk | Level: Medium to Advanced</span></em></p>
<p><span class="font_regular"><strong>Finally got around to finishing and uploading a new big band chart! This one was several years in the making and is now available on Sheet Music Plus.</strong></span></p>
<p>Challenge your large Jazz ensemble with this Hip-Hop Funk original! Features two electric keyboard players (Keyboard 2 is optional) each switching between different patches to help create a variety of cool textures.There's also plenty of solo space available for Bari Sax and Drums, and your Trumpet players will need Harmon Mutes. Hope you enjoy!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/54904082018-10-30T00:05:00-06:002018-10-30T00:05:15-06:002018 Holiday Music Arranging Contest Has Begun!<p>The 2018 Sheet Music Plus Holiday Arranging Contest has officially begun! Between now and December 14th, you can purchase Zack's arrangement of "Feliz Navidad" for Jazz Trombone Quintet (w/ Rhythm Section) at the link below and help him to be the top seller in the <arrangeme instrumental=""> category. The top sellers in each category win fabulous prizes! Please share this with your trombone-playing, music-educating friends and help Zack generate some sales. Thanks for your time and Feliz Navidad! </arrangeme></p>
<p>To preview and purchase the music, click <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/feliz-navidad-digital-sheet-music/20813987?ac=1" target="_blank">here</a>!</p>
<p>For more info on the contest, click <a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://smppress.sheetmusicplus.com/contest" target="_blank">here</a>!</p>
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<p>...Oh yeah, and Happy Halloween too I guess...?? </p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/54698042018-10-15T07:00:00-06:002018-10-15T07:00:29-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p><a contents="Cantaloupe Island" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/cantaloupe-island-digital-sheet-music/20826809?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank"><strong>Cantaloupe Island</strong></a> | Herbie Hancock | Arr. by Zack Demos </p>
<p>???? </p>
<p><em>An accessible 3-Horn arrangement that captures the groovy essence of the original while incorporating some fresh, unique reharmonization throughout. Features solo space for all instruments and the opportunity for your guitar player to tackle single-note melodic lines. Bands of all experience levels will be able to get something out of this arrangement. Pick it up for your next concert or festival performance!</em></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/54608992018-10-09T01:03:13-06:002018-10-09T13:17:59-06:00Mute City Music Collaboration with the Denver Broncos!<p>Doing a really cool collaboration with the Denver Broncos' Stampede brass band! Starting to work on some new arrangements to play on game day!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/54541152018-10-03T16:05:17-06:002018-10-03T16:12:45-06:00The Reference Live @ Lion's Lair!<p>Check out this unique cover of Pink Floyd's "Money" by The Reference, a new #altrock band from Denver featuring Kevin Ruby on Guitar/Vocals & Jonathan Zimny on Bass! ???? <br>. . .<br>Arrangement by Zack Demos</p>
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<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/141776/97e0d4eb5f1f70ecec261f86950edeedff3a8b15/original/lionslair.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_left border_" /></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/54405022018-09-23T13:07:14-06:002018-09-23T13:11:36-06:00NEW TITLE Available on Sheet Music Plus<p>These Boots are Made for Walkin' (popularized by Nancy Sinatra) is now available for 7-Piece Showband with Vocalist</p>
<p><em>Key of E <br>Very Accessible Ranges for All Instruments <br>Ending can be either 'Open' or 'As Written' <br>Horns are Optional but Highly Recommended</em></p>
<p>Download it here --> <strong><a contents="These Boots are Made for Walkin'" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/these-boots-are-made-for-walkin-digital-sheet-music/20815271?utm_medium=email&d=Email_Live%20Composition&referral_id=Email_Live%20Composition&utm_source=bronto&utm_campaign=Live%20Composition&ac=1" target="_blank">These Boots are Made for Walkin'</a></strong></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/54358992018-09-19T19:21:48-06:002018-09-19T19:21:48-06:00UPDATE: Holiday Arranging Contest<p>The 2018 Holiday Arranging Contest by Sheet Music Plus has officially been announced! The winner in each category is determined by total sales revenue, and the sales period is October 30th - December 14th. Please check back at this time as Zack will need YOUR help to win. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/54034812018-08-27T14:57:08-06:002018-08-27T14:57:56-06:00Choosing the Perfect Name for Your B(r)and<p>New article on LinkedIn from Zack - all about band names and things to consider when trying to find a good one for your group, hope you find it useful!</p>
<p>Link: <a contents="Choosing the Perfect Name for Your B(r)and" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/choosing-perfect-name-your-brand-zack-demos/">Choosing the Perfect Name for Your B(r)and</a></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/53932992018-08-19T03:29:24-06:002018-08-19T03:29:24-06:00Holiday Music Contest<p>Just finished an arrangement of "Feliz Navidad" for Jazz Trombone Quintet in anticipation of a Holiday arranging contest coming up. The upload period hasn't officially been announced, so the music is not yet available, but please stay tuned in the coming weeks as Zack will need YOUR help to win the contest. More details to come soon...thanks for your patience!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/53566992018-07-21T13:19:23-06:002018-07-21T13:19:23-06:00Audition / Recital Help!<p><a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://soundcloud.com/mute-city-music/pictures-in-my-head-cover/s-GvI7F" target="_blank"><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/141776/a826bf10f748645fa803828f5d5214d43c1fad6b/original/pictures-in-my-head.jpg/!!/b:W1sic2l6ZSIsIm1lZGl1bSJdXQ==.jpg" class="size_m justify_none border_" /></a><br>Trouble finding music for the big audition or recital coming up? Maybe you've found something but it's not in the right key? Or you already have the sheet music but want to practice with a backing track? Whatever the case, let Mute City Music back you up! ??? </p>
<p>Get customized sheet music and tracks for your next big showcase - simply let us know which song(s) you'd like (and which version, if applicable) in your desired format and we'll take it from there. Let's get started! </p>
<p>Check out the "Muppets" demo here: <br>https://soundcloud.com/mu…/pictures-in-my-head-cover/s-GvI7F</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/53444392018-07-16T12:00:00-06:002018-07-16T12:01:13-06:00My Experience Being a Cruise Ship Musician<p>{Originally posted April 9th, 2018 on <strong><a contents="LinkedIn" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/my-experience-being-cruise-ship-musician-part-1-zack-demos/" target="_self">LinkedIn</a></strong>}</p>
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<p><em>It's been two years since the end of my last cruise ship contract and my first official music job out of college. I feel like enough time has passed that I can reflect on my experience and let other musicians know what to maybe expect from this kind of gig. I only worked for one company, so it would be wise for those considering this employment to ask around and gain other perspectives. I hope you find this article helpful. Cheers!</em></p>
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<ol> <li>Venmo is now an acceptable payment method for all services</li> <li>Paypal's processing fee will now be factored into the total cost of your project <em>{the current rate = amount x 2.9% + $0.30}</em>
</li> <li>A deposit will be required on projects of $300.00 or more, but only if you are a NEW client</li> <li>The ability to make partial payments is still being considered on a case-by-case basis, but generally it will be allowed on projects of $150.00 or more</li>
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<p>These changes are effective as of July 9th, 2018. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me. Thank you!</p>
<p>~Zack</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/53306412018-07-02T16:35:00-06:002018-07-04T00:10:00-06:00Media Composition Samples Playlist Updated<p>Going to another film industry networking event tonight in Denver! I look forward to meeting some new people in the area and offer up my services. Just revamped my playlist of work samples and added a new track so now everything should be up-to-date. You can check it all out by clicking......right......<a contents="here" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://soundcloud.com/mute-city-music/sets/media-composition-samples" target="_self">here</a>!</p>
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<p> </p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/52640482018-05-31T20:00:00-06:002018-05-31T20:00:48-06:00Contact Zack!<p>The #empire demands...er, <em>kindly requests</em> that you contact Mute City Music, LLC for all your <strong>Sheet Music Prep</strong>, <strong>Composing</strong>, and <strong>Recording</strong> needs. Look forward to working with you!</p>
<p>~Zack</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/52503892018-05-22T15:38:50-06:002018-05-22T15:38:50-06:00Join Zack for an In-Depth Look at the Music Industry<p>The Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts (CCJA) is offering a special 3-day music industry learning opportunity called, "Beyond the Stage" that Zack will be teaching again this year! Understand the opportunities of the professional musician’s life and discover other paths to a career in the music industry. This program includes “class time” as well as “field trips” to various music industry locations in Denver. Students will participate in interviews with professionals working in composition and arranging, venue and artist management, radio and promotion, and production/recording. </p>
<p>~ Visit <a contents="jazzarts.org" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://jazzarts.org/blog/events/music-business-beyond-the-stage/" target="_blank">jazzarts.org</a> for details! ~</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/52328532018-05-14T02:49:01-06:002018-07-13T03:13:45-06:00New Demo Track!<p>Starting another week with another fun demo for your listening enjoyment, this one with an industrial electro-synth type of sound. What franchise do you think this track would belong to? Leave a comment and look out for more demo tracks and other cool projects on my <a contents="SoundCloud" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://soundcloud.com/mute-city-music" target="_self">SoundCloud</a>!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/52194202018-05-06T12:05:00-06:002018-05-06T12:05:17-06:00Thanks to the CCJA Big Band for a great winter/spring session!<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/141776/ef10f84d1d96072fb3a4606efda66cc97d2e5ca2/original/jazz-o-rama-2018.jpg/!!/b:W10=.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>
<p>What a joy working with the students of the Colorado Conservatory for the Jazz Arts (CCJA) Big Band these past few months, and they sounded great on Zack's original composition "En Fuego!" at all the events they participated in - including the Big Band Boogie Bash, Greeley Jazz Festival, and CCJA's Jazz-O-Rama (pictured above). You can view and purchase your own copy of "En Fuego!" at <a contents="Sheet Music Plus" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/en-fuego-digital-sheet-music/20519668?ac=1" target="_blank">Sheet Music Plus</a>!</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/52194172018-05-01T01:45:00-06:002018-05-06T01:45:31-06:00NEW TITLE Available at Sheet Music Plus<p>Click the link to view and purchase one of the newest pieces in our catalog: </p>
<p>Dedicated to the great Colorado-based Jazz sextet of the same name <br>Fast Swing <br>Standard 32-bar AABA form <br>Includes C, Bb, Eb, and Bass Cleff transpositions of the melody as well as chord changes for solos</p>
<p>Download it here --> <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/convergence-digital-sheet-music/20730717?ac=1" target="_blank">https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/convergence-digital-sheet-music/20730717?ac=1</a></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/52194082018-04-26T01:30:00-06:002018-05-06T01:41:44-06:00NEW TITLE Available at Sheet Music Plus<p>Click the link to view and purchase one of the newest pieces in our catalog:</p>
<p>This original, entitled "On the Clock" is a contrafact of the Jerome Kern tune "Yesterdays" in an up-tempo Bebop style. <br>Format: Lead Sheet with Bb, Eb, & Bass Cleff transpositions (great for Jazz Combo concerts and jam sessions!) only $12.99</p>
<p>Download it here --> <a contents="" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/on-the-clock-digital-sheet-music/20729325?ac=1" target="_blank">https://www.sheetmusicplus.com/title/on-the-clock-digital-sheet-music/20729325?ac=1</a></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/51022722018-03-08T21:15:00-07:002018-03-08T21:15:19-07:00Live Recording Gig! - Jonathan Zimny Masters Recital<p><span style="color:#9b59b6;"><em>Awesome having the opportunity to record Jonathan Zimny's recital last month at CU Boulder:</em></span></p>
<p><img src="//d10j3mvrs1suex.cloudfront.net/u/141776/dd9e02f93e489484a610637759b9cd606b62fbcb/original/jon-recital-pic.jpg" class="size_l justify_center border_" /></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/49920322017-12-24T00:17:30-07:002017-12-24T00:19:09-07:003 Songs You Should Add to Your Holiday Playlist [VIDEO!]<p><iframe class="justify_inline" data-video-type="youtube" data-video-id="zHVfURq2Z1E" data-video-thumb-url="https://img.youtube.com/vi/zHVfURq2Z1E/mqdefault.jpg" type="text/html" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/zHVfURq2Z1E?rel=0&wmode=transparent&enablejsapi=1" frameborder="0" height="180" width="320" allowfullscreen="true"></iframe></p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/49270902017-11-10T02:09:59-07:002017-11-10T02:12:34-07:00Polls on Facebook<p>Be sure to participate in the 2 latest polls on Facebook! We want to know which episode from season 1 of #thesoundtrackpodcast was your favorite, and also what types of videos you would most like to see on our new YouTube channel! Click <a contents="HERE" data-link-label="" data-link-type="url" href="https://apps.facebook.com/my-polls/?fb_source=bookmark&ref=bookmarks&count=0&fb_bmpos=_0" target="_blank">HERE</a> to cast your votes and give us your feedback. We aim to continue creating fun and interesting content for you as we roll into 2018</p>Mute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/34849452015-01-25T00:18:36-07:002016-05-04T16:47:28-06:00A Thought About the Music that Exists Right NowThis thought has been in the back of my mind for a while and today I was finally able to put it into words. There seems to be so much bad music on the airwaves that when we as composers or songwriters (or as musicians in general) end up hearing a song that's pleasing to us, we might tend to be jealous that that tune was created by someone else. This probably isn't true for everyone but it definitely is in my case sometimes. I always find myself thinking, ya know, "why didn't I come up with that? I totally could've written this! It's so simple!" Fact is, I should just be happy that the song even exists what with all the teenage girl pop-stars popping out of the ground constantly. Although it's a competitive business, music producers should support each other and be thankful for what our colleagues are coming up with.<br><br>If you hear a band that's new to you and might not be very well known but their music is killer, don't hesitate to leave a nice comment on their Facebook page or something. One of my best friends gave me the idea and I think it's a very cool thing to do. Support the good music out there. That is all.<br><br>Let me know your thoughts on this. In the meantime, I'm working on officially starting up an LLC. Expect some cosmetic changes to this site in the coming months.<br><br>Peace out for now!<br>ZMute City Musictag:www.mutecitymusic.com,2005:Post/30872622014-07-20T03:33:20-06:002021-11-24T17:59:43-07:00My Influences and Ambitions<p>Hey guys! For my FIRST blog post, I'd like to share some of my musical influences and what I ultimately hope to accomplish as a composer since writing music is my primary focus. For big band and commercial music, the guys that come to my mind first are Gordon Goodwin, Thad Jones, and Walter Murphy. The first Goodwin tune I heard was Get in Line at Dazzle when I was a freshman in high school. That was the defining moment in my life that got me into writing. My high school band director, Mark Wurst, was a major influence in that he encouraged me to write original music rather than doing arrangements. I'll probably talk about him and other influential people in my life in a future post. Anyway, I'm a huge fan of Family Guy, and the work that Walter Murphy has done for that show and in other mediums is truly incredible to me. I dig every note he puts to paper. Ron Jones is good too. In fact, I met him and it was awesome, but I think Walter Murphy just has that something extra that makes him stand out, ya know? This goes for Goodwin and Thad as well. You just know it's them when you turn it on. I hope to invoke that same feeling in my music too.<br><br>My favorite groups are Tower of Power, Huey Lewis & the News, Opie Gone Bad, Led Zeppelin, Take 6, Straight No Chaser, The Temptations, Dream Theater, and others like those. There are so many individual artists I dig that you'll probably stop reading this post...but I'll name some anyway and hopefully give you a variety of genres: Michael Jackson (#1 in my book), James Brown, Stevie Wonder, Paul Gilbert, Herbie Hancock, David Sanborn, Michael Brecker, Mike Stern, Pat Metheny, Charles Mingus, Alice Cooper, Tevin Campbell, Scarface<br><br>That's all I can list right now without my brain exploding from just thinking about their collective awesomeness. The film composers I'm most moved by are John Debney, Christophe Beck, John Powell, and Lalo Schifrin. The best video game composer to me is Koji Kondo. Ultimately, I want to focus on composing for video games. The demand for high quality video game music is growing rapidly and I hope to be able to contribute to its success. Good video game music doesn't go unnoticed, trust me. There are so many more names I could list, but I hope that gives you an idea of what I'm about. I like music that's in your face, so expect a lot of that from me. I do very much appreciate ballads though so don't get me wrong! I also enjoy musicals (I hope to do one of those too at some point) and occasionally Mozart.<br><br>Hope you liked my first post! Please feel free to comment on any post I make. I will post topics for discussion every once in a while because I think this would be a cool place for composers (and of course musicians in general) to communicate and maybe solve problems happening in the world of music and so on. Also, if you have a question for me, post it in a comment or message me and I'll get an FAQ thingy going. I might even make a blog post out of your questions/concerns/thoughts. Peace out for now!<br><br>Z</p>Mute City Music