Music Composing and Arranging

Music Composing

An accomplished music composer, Catherine Golden offers musical works of diverse styles to fit a variety of needs. From clever arrangements of familiar tunes for marching bands and other ensembles to commissions of original music for special occasions, she is able to create memorable compositions that reflect both her expertise and flexibility as well as her flair for capturing just the right mood for the project at hand.

Furthermore, Catherine is detail-oriented, adaptable, and works closely with the musical director to achieve the desired outcome.

Music Arranging

In the field of music arranging, Catherine has worked in the following styles and for the following types of ensembles:

  • Big Band jazz
  • Experimental strings (classical)
  • Indie/Folk/Pop
  • Recorder ensemble
  • String ensemble
  • Adult marching band
  • Arrangements for school music ensembles with a wide variety of instruments and skill levels

Music Transcription Service

Catherine is also able to offer services such as editing, typesetting, and formatting handwritten music, turning manuscripts into finished scores ready for publication, all with the help of programs including Finale and Sibelius.

The final product is a professional transcription of your music, ready for publishing!

Contact Catherine for all your music arrangement and transcription needs!