DAVID CHIVERS // Composer Violinist Producer

Bonjour! At my studio here in France, I offer cost-effective, professional-quality recordings for Songs,  film and TV, Video games and Advertising - and it can all be done wherever you are in the world. Connect to the studio using the Muse Plugin, and direct the session as if we were in the same room!

Live parts can be used in your production in various ways :

• Blend in a single recorded part to your orchestral mockups (violin 1, violin 2, viola, cello and bass for example). The listener will subconsciously latch on to the live part which creates the illusion of having recorded a full live orchestra, it’s quite amazing!
• Blend in several layered parts to your orchestral mockup. I might record violin 1 six times, violin 2 six times etc. Since I will never play in exactly the same way for each take, when added up we get an instant real string section!
• A solo instrument part that soars over the rest of the score. Classic. Real. Emotion.
• My magic string quartet system. I play and record 3/4 of the quartet (Violin I, Violin II, viola), and then program in the cello part using VSTs and my midi skills. I do this all the time, it sounds terrific.

My instruments are violin and viola, so that’s what I record most. But I also regularly work with a bunch of incredible local players, including my friends from the Orchestre National de Bretagne.

I use high-end mics and preamps, and my studio is acoustically treated so you know you’re getting the best sound quality possible.

🎵 A Human Feel & Real Emotion

Breathe life into your music with nuanced dynamics, expressive phrasing, and heartfelt interpretations—creating a connection that samples and MIDI simply can’t replicate. Blend live recording into your mockups for a perfect balance of detail, expression and breadth.

🎧 Rich, Organic Sound

Experience the warmth of real instruments. My violin is made by an award-winning luthier in Vienna called Bärbel Bellinghausen, it sounds warm, sparkly and utterly fabulous. Every instrumentalist I work with will add depth, texture, and natural harmonic overtones to your tracks.

🎶 Unforgettable Groove

Let your music flow. I will bring interactive timing and rhythmic energy to elevate the groove and cohesion of your production.

✨ Unique Style and Character

Every performance is one-of-a-kind. With a personal touch and creative instincts, we will deliver parts that stand out and make your music unforgettable.

🎹 Collaborative Creativity

Transform your vision into reality. Our players can suggest fresh ideas, unique harmonies, or improvisational magic to enhance your compositions.

🌍 Remote Convenience, Studio Quality

Ah, the beauty of technology… Wherever you are in the world, we can collaborate on your music as if we were together in the same room. I use a plugin called Muse which allows you to hear the sound from my DAW in real time, whilst being on a video call allowing us to tweak each take as we go.