Aaron VanLaan
Composer · Arranger
Aaron VanLaan is a composer and arranger writing for small and large jazz ensembles, chamber ensembles such as saxophone quartet, brass quintet, and string quartet, as well as various music for tv, film, and games. His work started while in college, and has continued to evolve over the years.
Scores are engraved in Musescore and can be easily licensed by most ensembles.
Commissions are accepted on a rolling basis.
Arrrrrgh
Pirates at sea, getting up to no good. Composed for orchestra, this small collection of songs was born of a whim and the decision to follow where it led.
A Hero's Journey
The album Sound of the Game is a concept album for an fictitious video game. The soundtrack takes you through the plot of this game, following our hero as he arrives in a new kingdom and becomes embroiled in their increasing plight. I had a great deal of fun working on this project, imagining the story beats and writing alongside them. I’ll probably revisit this concept sooner rather than later, but perhaps a different genre.
For commissions, score purchases, and press, write below. Replies tuesday and friday.
