Tired of searching for a song that fits your show theme, communicates your particular message, has enough musical interest for the needs of show choir, AND is the exact style/sound you need for that moment in your show?

Sick of the ever-increasing fees associated with licensing a copyrighted song, not to mention the small fortune it takes to license a medley of more than one song? Or maybe you were denied permission to arrange a particular song but still have your heart set on something just like it for your show?

I’ve got the answer for you — custom-written original music! Stop trying to find the perfect song to fit your needs and have it written for you! This way you will get exactly what you want musically and lyrically AND you get a finished product that has been custom-designed to highlight your group’s strengths and downplay any potential weaknesses.

Best of all, the price of a custom-written original song is LESS than the average price of a show choir arrangement of a copyrighted song in today’s market. (You can’t beat the fact that there are no licensing fees and no potential hassle about the change of a note in a score which could incur MORE licensing fees….)

The process is simple: you contact me and let me know about your show concept, the role/function this song will play, the lyrical message you are trying to communicate, and the style of music you are looking for. If you have a song that you have in mind you’d like it to sound similar to, that is even more helpful. I will brainstorm and send you some lyrical ideas first to make sure I’m on the right track with your vision. At this point if you’d like to get involved with writing the lyrics, or even give your students an opportunity to be involved, I’m totally open to that and feel it heightens the educational experience and investment in the show for the kids.

As soon as we complete a final lyric, I get to work scoring out the vocals. Again, I send you the piano/vocal score for your feedback and final approval before I complete the rest of the score. If you completely hate the song and want me to start from scratch, I’ll do it. In addition to all the instrumental scores for your band, you get a recording with full sung vocals as well as an instrumental recording that you can use for choreography practice.

As anyone who has worked with me for custom music in the past knows, my turnaround time is extremely fast and I NEVER consider a piece finished until you are 100% satisfied. I hold no ‘personal attachment’ to the music I write and I am always happy to change the score to make it better fit the needs of your group at any time.

BEST OF ALL — you and your students will be able to freely post or distribute videos of your performance to your heart’s content with no worries whatsoever about harassment or threats of legal action. The song belongs to your school’s library FOREVER.

Here are a few of our most recent custom-written original songs:
But don’t just take MY word for it — check out the director’s own words about the experience:

“My experience with Anita was fantastic from beginning to end. I described to her the “moment” I needed in my show and what the thematic material required. She created lyrics that fit perfectly and then she wrote a masterpiece! I was so impressed with how expedient she was and what a simple process it was for me as a director. She took my idea and ran like crazy with it! The original piece she created was tailored to my group’s vocal style and made use of our singers in such a magical way. All season, everyone has been asking me "what Broadway show is that song from?!” You can’t go wrong with an Anita original!”

Brett Carroll
Director, Burbank ‘In Sync'


"I cannot say enough about the incredible experience we had working with Anita on our pirate-themed show choir show. She wrote the most beautiful ballad for us called Sail Me Away, and it became the heart of our performance. From the very start, Anita’s communication was exceptional—she checked in with me regularly to make sure that her composition was aligning with my vision for the show. Whether it was the lyrics, the melody, or the harmonic structure, Anita’s attention to detail and dedication to capturing the mood of our show was second to none. The lyrics she crafted were spot-on, seamlessly fitting into the story and pushing the narrative forward with emotional depth. Her melodies are nothing short of breathtaking, with soaring lines that instantly capture the listener’s attention. The harmonies she weaves are masterful, creating beautiful tension and release that give the piece a momentum that carries the audience away. When I first heard the final product, I knew without a doubt that the judges and audience would be asking, “What Broadway musical is that ballad from?” I was proud to tell them, “Anita wrote this just for us.” It’s rare to encounter someone with the ability to create such compelling, original music that fits so perfectly within a specific show concept, and Anita achieved that perfectly. The students in our show choir absolutely loved singing Sail Me Away. The beauty and emotional depth of the ballad resonated with them, and they truly felt connected to the music. It was an unforgettable experience for them, and it added such a powerful element to our performance. There truly aren’t enough words to express how grateful I am for her work on this ballad. The entire process was a joy, and I will absolutely be reaching out to Anita for future projects. If you’re looking for someone to compose an original piece for your show, I highly recommend Anita. Her talent and professionalism will take your production to new heights! ”

Christopher Reed
Director, West Branch High School Choirs, IA