Composers / Arrangers / MDs for Hire in Dublin

Discover 191 professional composers, arrangers and musical directors available in Dublin, Leinster, Ireland for your event. These music professionals have received 229 reviews from real clients, maintaining an average rating of 5 out of 5. Composition and arrangement services start from around €85, with an average price of €300.

Of the 191 suppliers listed here, 2 are based within 30 miles of Dublin. The other 189 are willing to travel there.

Rated Excellent (5/5) from 229 reviews of Composers / Arrangers / MDs

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Saxophonist, Conductor

Dubai

United Arab Emirates · 3,678 miles away

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Any genre of music

Dubai

United Arab Emirates · 3,678 miles away

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Solo musician and singer performing music in multiple genres and languages

Dubai

United Arab Emirates · 3,678 miles away

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I will arrange a song or compose the music with your lyrics

Asheville

North Carolina, United States · 3,760 miles away

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Jazz multi-instrumentalist and orchestra bassist

Knoxville

Tennessee, United States · 3,797 miles away

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Party, beach, and classic 50s–80s hits with original songs and YouTube‑popular

Cornelia

Georgia, United States · 3,852 miles away

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5 piece art rock band from America with influences ranging from ELO to the clash

Lincoln

Nebraska, United States · 4,050 miles away

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Versatile Bassist

Orlando

Florida, United States · 4,064 miles away

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Instrumental trio introducing the roaring rock guitars of classic rock to jazz

Calgary

Alberta, Canada · 4,105 miles away

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Percussion Drums

Lakeland

Florida, United States · 4,112 miles away

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Live Cuban music group - son cuban salsa traditional cuban music

Tampa

Florida, United States · 4,138 miles away

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Solo saxophone -DJ duo - or Jazz Trio, up to a Latin Septet for your event...

New Orleans

Louisiana, United States · 4,343 miles away

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Live Rock Acoustic covers and EDM DJ

Richmond

British Columbia, Canada · 4,457 miles away

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Piano and vocal jazz for weddings, corporate events, and private celebrations

Austin

Texas, United States · 4,629 miles away

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Solo Classical Guitarist - Weddings, Funerals, Events, etc

Austin

Texas, United States · 4,629 miles away

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How much does it cost to hire Composers / Arrangers / MDs in Dublin?

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Rates for composers, arrangers and musical directors in Dublin currently range from about €85 to €1,050+, reflecting the range of services and projects involved. The average price of €300 covers various musical applications, from simple arrangement work to complex original compositions. Factors influencing pricing include project scope, musical complexity, number of instruments involved, and the composer's professional experience and reputation. Contact the supplier you like for an accurate quote.

What our enquiries show

Based on 31 enquiries for Composers / Arrangers / MDs at events in Ireland, made through this site in the last two years. Updated 10 November 2026.

Typical first reply
Within three hours
68% of enquiries get a reply within a day
How early people enquire
About four weeks
55% enquire less than a month before the event

Reviews of Composers / Arrangers / MDs available in Dublin

5/5 from 229 reviews
Photo of Mil Mil "Can't say enough about Riccardo from start to finish, with communication and making the event work effortlessly.Would 100 percent advise booking him.Asked if could play a song and he studied the song to play Amazing guy 💯💯💯💯💯💯💯" Based in Dublin, Leinster Riccardo - Marriage proposal Photo of Gee Chambers Gee Chambers "Excellent. It was amazing, highly recommended. Great job , guest commented all night." Based in Wolverhampton, England, United Kingdom (179 miles from Dublin) Laurance joseph - 50th Birthday Photo of Craig Sutcliffe Music Craig Sutcliffe Music "We would highly recommend Craig. He playing for our wedding ceremony and drinks reception in December 2022. He is a very talented pianist and extremely accommodating with song requests. He was a pleasure to communicate with and very professional. Thank you soo much for providing the music for our special day." Based in Bingley, England, United Kingdom (184 miles from Dublin) Tim & Eliza - Wedding Photo of Musical Jatin Musical Jatin "Hi Jatin, Everyone had a great time! We thoroughly enjoyed your performance 👍 Best wishes Jay" Based in Birmingham, England, United Kingdom (191 miles from Dublin) 10th July 2026 Jay - Birthday party Photo of Fully personalised Singing Telegrams Fully personalised Singing Telegrams "Thank you so much! You made our day. My friend was having 40th bd party and I wasn't able to attend. Richard made me feel like I was there, he went to surprise my dear friend with a song which was all about him, and him extremely happy. Lots of fun and chats we had after." Based in Glasgow, Scotland, United Kingdom (192 miles from Dublin) Burcu A - Birthday Dinner Party Photo of Patrick Yeboah Pianist Patrick Yeboah Pianist "At our house party, Patrick's hip-hop piano jams got everyone in the mood to dance. His infectious beats kept the party going well into the night. We'll be talking about this party for years to come!" Based in Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom (247 miles from Dublin) Brian

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Frequently asked questions

Hiring a composer or arranger typically costs between €85 and €1,050+, with an average of €300. The price depends on the professional's experience, the scope of the project and the time involved. Rates vary significantly depending on whether the booking is for composition, arrangement, musical direction or a combination of these services.

The composers and arrangers on Gig Heaven offer a range of services including original music composition, arrangement of existing songs for specific ensembles, musical direction for live shows or events, orchestration and transcription. Many also offer production and recording services.

Popular occasions for hiring a composer or arranger include weddings requiring original music, theatre productions, corporate films, advertising campaigns and live shows that need a musical director. They are also a strong choice for events where existing music needs to be arranged for a specific ensemble or performance style.

Many composers can write original music tailored to the specific needs of an event, production or project. This might include a first dance song, a corporate jingle, background music for a video or a full score for a live show. It is worth discussing the brief in detail with the composer.

Because composing and arranging requires time for creation, review and rehearsal, a composer or arranger typically needs more lead time than a standard performer. Several weeks to a few months is common, depending on the complexity of the project. It is advisable to make contact as early as possible, especially for original compositions or complex arrangements.

Yes, either add suppliers to your favourites and contact them all at once, or use the find a supplier wizard.

Booking as early as possible increases the chance of securing your supplier's availability on your event date, particularly during busy times of the year. However, many suppliers also accept last minute bookings, and we have successfully arranged bookings for clients with just a few hours' notice.

Contact the supplier you are interested in booking by clicking "Contact Now" on their listing. Discuss your requirements using our messaging system or join a video meeting (like a Zoom-call) to speak face-to-face. Once you are ready to confirm your booking, simply ask the supplier to send you a contract, which you can agree to online, or request amendments. Once you agree to the contract you will be asked to pay a 10% booking fee to confirm the booking, with the balance payable directly to the supplier by the due date you've agreed on.

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