Composer | Arranger | Music Educator | Music Engraver
Welcome to the official site of Houman Khalaj, a versatile artist known for his compositions in contemporary Symphonic Orchestral, Chamber Orchestra, Ensemble, Chamber, and Vocal Music.
Houman actively explores a spectrum of musical styles. He has composed over 30 works including concerti, oratorios, lieder, electronic music, stage music, chamber music and symphonic works. Some of his compositions intricately combine Western classical music and avant-garde techniques with elements inspired by the traditional and folk music of Persian culture. In other works, he delves into the realms of Western classical music and avant-garde techniques, showcasing a diverse range of influences. Immerse yourself in Houman's distinctive musical creations, where each piece reflects a careful balance of innovation and cultural heritage.
*AS A COMPOSER*
Houman desires to engage with and explore a diverse range of musical genres, including:
Concert Music
Film & Television
Music Theater & Opera
Dance & Ballet Music
Electroacoustic Music
*Music Lessons*
“Private or group music lessons” are offered for students of all levels and ages, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Classes include:
Composition
Piano (beginners/ Intermediate)
Music Writing
Music Theory
*Professional Music Arrangement
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Music Copying/Engraving Services*
Houman provides tailored Music Arrangement and Music Engraving services, including:
Music Transcription Services
Transposition
Harmony Writing on Your Existing Melody
Part Writing/Counterpoint
Arrangement
Orchestration
MIDI Mockup
Music Copying (Inputting/Digitizing)
Music Engraving
He will not only analyze and protect what you create but also craft your desired Full Score and Parts Set/Instrumental Parts for your commissioned music services, tailored to your preferences—with advice.
His professional music services ensure your commissioned music is delivered in your requested formats to provide tailor-made solutions, designed for flexibility. Whether you require a single service or a combination, he brings extensive experience and professionalism to every case, customizing his offerings to meet your individual needs and concerns. You will receive your desired music score and parts set in the following formats: PDF file, MusicXML file, MIDI file, Sibelius project file, Cubase project file, MP3, or WAV file.
With a keen eye for detail and a passion for creativity, Houman ensures that your musical ideas are transformed into polished arrangements or orchestrations and meticulously notated scores.
Commissions
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Professional Music Services
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Commission a New Composition
Commission a bespoke musical journey with Houman by requesting
a new piece of music tailored to your vision. Immerse yourself in his distinctive craftsmanship, where each composition reflects meticulous blending of innovation and cultural heritage. Bring your unique vision
to life through exclusive artistry crafted by Houman's expertise.
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Private Music Lesson
“Private or group music lessons” are held for students of all levels and ages, including beginner, intermediate, and advanced. Classes include:
Music Theory lessons
Piano classes
Composition classes
Music Writing lessons
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Music Engraving Services
Houman offers expert services in music engraving, editing, and copying, including Professional Arrangement and Orchestration. Providing “Full Score”, “Sheet Music”, and “Part Set” customized to your specifications. Benefit from professional guidance and receive your work in various formats including PDF, MusicXML, MIDI, Sibelius project, Cubase project, MP3, or WAV files.
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Professional Music Arrangement
Houman offers expert services in Professional Music Arrangement. Enhances your melody with custom harmonies and Part Writing/Counterpoint written to complement your preferred music style. craft intricate and compelling musical parts tailored to your desired music style, based on your existing melody, theme. Houman will transform existing pieces, themes, or small fragments into new and engaging arrangements based on your desired music style, instrumentation, complexity in melody, harmony, rhythm, and polyphony textures, all while considering the technical abilities of your musicians/singers. Providing “Full Score”, “Sheet Music”, and “Part Set” customized to your specifications. Benefit from professional guidance and receive your work in various formats including PDF, MP3, or WAV files.
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Professional Music Orchestration
Houman offers expert services in Professional Music Orchestration. Houman will elevate your compositions or arrangements with skillful orchestration, utilizing a diverse range of instruments to bring your musical vision to life. Harness the rich palette of timbres and textures offered by a diverse range of instruments, from the warm, resonant tones of strings to the vibrant brilliance of brass and the delicate nuances of woodwinds. Orchestration adds depth, dimension, and emotional richness to your music, embracing the endless possibilities of instrumental color to captivate and immerse your audience. Providing “Full Score”, “Sheet Music”, and “Part Set” customized to your specifications. Benefit from professional guidance and receive your work in various formats including PDF, MP3, or WAV files.
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Professional MIDI Mockup
Houman enhances your compositions with lifelike digital renditions using cutting-edge VST instrument libraries. Through virtual instruments, we craft MIDI mockups that emulate the essence of live performers' timbres and articulations. While acknowledging that digital rendering cannot replace the authenticity of real musicians, our access to premium sample libraries ensures faithful reproduction of every musical element. We capture the delicate subtleties of individual instruments and the expansive richness of full orchestral arrangements. Immerse yourself in the captivating realism of our MIDI mockups, breathing life into your musical concepts. This service is particularly ideal for projects with budget constraints in film or TV series production. receive your work in various formats including MP3, or WAV files.