“The first part of our project had very specific music and deadline needs — and Dave nailed it.
The second phase required Dave to be his own Music Director and again he gave us just the score we needed, on time, on budget and with plenty of communication along the way.
He’s great to work with.”
Kelly Dole
Co-Founder – Ally Distribution LLC
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“Working with Dave was a great pleasure, not only was he reliable and quick to meet deadlines, he was always super receptive to feedback and really dedicated to making sure his music was as accurate to my vision as possible.
There was never a lack of communication, we spoke many times about the script and Dave really strived to create something that would bring out the characters and set the mood and tone for each scene.”
Heather Tompkins
Director
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“I had the pleasure of working with Dave as part of the Seattle International Film Festival’s annual Fly Filmmaking Challenge.
Even with our tight timeline and budget, Dave created beautiful music that created the mood we were trying to achieve.
Dave is an energetic, creative collaborator who really delivers.”
Douglas Horn
Director
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“Right from the start (Dave) breathed confidence in me. Working with him was an amazing experience. Not only I learned the aspects of his craft and his good spirit, but the diversity Dave can bring to his music. Tough deadlines don’t stress him, but inspire.
He was also kind in organizing an ADR session for my film in his own studio, which worked out perfectly well. Now I know whom I’d be happy to recommend if somebody needs a composer!
Thanks, Dave!”
Veronika Belianina
Screenwriter and Director
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“Aside from being just a great all-around guy and a super nice person, Dave is extremely professional and very talented. He listens to you and makes every effort to deliver your vision–as well as adding things that you never even knew you wanted.
He is flexible and able to work within evolving projects and deadlines. It is a pleasure to work with Dave.”
Kara Costa
Producer – Experience Music Project
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“Dave Chick is a serious musical talent. Over the last five years I have had the pleasure of working professionally with Dave in several different ensembles, and he is a excellent keyboardist, as well as a pleasure to work with.
Whether he’s playing Brahms or Chopin on piano, or a tearing it up on a Hammond B-3 solo, Dave plays both with style and musicality.
His compositions are rich, and diverse. I have sincerely enjoyed our musical collaborations and look forward to our future endeavors.”
Eddy Fergusson
Bassist, Vocalist, Multi-instrumentalist
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“I had a wonderful time working with Dave: there are some things I am very exacting about – and others I left to his capable judgment. He delivered exactly what I needed – the musical characterization of the theme and characters in the film, each of which required a fresh, new sound.
Not one note in MORTAL WOUND is derived. It’s original. I told Dave that we needed a completely unique sound – nothing we’ve heard before. He came through with flying colors – and right on time!
I won’t post any of the emails we sent flying in cyberspace, but I will say that we shared a lot of laughs at the expense of Austin Powers – now musician of mystery!  ”
Colleen Patrick
Writer – Director
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“Dave recently completed the score for a short film I directed entitled “Heir Apparent”. We were working under a strict deadline which Dave was able to meet, allowing us to make our broadcast date.
Dave was a pleasure to deal with, he was attentive and understanding, and the revision process was a breeze. Dave seems to have a real knack for feeling out a scene and hitting just the right beats with his score. I certainly look forward to working with Dave again.”
Michael Dawson
Director
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“Dave Chick is one of those rare composers who really listens to his clients needs and desires and matches those criteria to the production needs, before he composes his music.
Dave comes up with the right composition to bring the production to life. His music is always on target. Combine that and being easy and fun to work with, and Dave becomes a great choice to supply your musical scores.”
Larry D. Gertz
Principal, L D Gertz & Associates
Museum & Themepark Design
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“Dave Chick is that rare combination of supreme talent with a great personality.
The creative charge I had collaborating with Dave is one of my best memories on ’106′. Dave found the tone I was looking for spot-on and at many points took what I had in mind to the next level. Many people obsess over the destination, with Dave you get to a great place but the journey is an amazing experience as well.”
A.J. Matais
Writer, Director
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“Working with Dave Chick was an absolute joy. Not only is he a talented composer, musician and singer, he is one of the nicest people I have ever met. He listened to my needs and suggestions and was always flexible and practically read my mind when it came to the score.
I feel incredibly fortunate to have found him and if I had a multi million dollar movie to score I would feel confident in handing the job over to him.”
Britt Lind
Producer, Director and Screenwriter
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“Dave Chick’s feel for composition and performance is always on target.
Whether it’s an abstract piece or some very specific need, his playing always hits the nail on the head. He’s quick and a pleasure to work with and more frequently goes beyond the call of duty to deliver not only what is asked for, but offers many great ideas along the way.”
Reek Havok
Multi-instrumentalist, Producer, Engineer
and Mad Scientist
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“Dave has the ability to share, interpret and enhance your vision with his music. If you have a good film, Dave will make it great.
His combination of incredible musical talent and perfect sense of timing create end products that are truly amazing.
Upon viewing our films after Dave has worked his scoring magic, we find ourselves either dancing with joy or simply staring in silent, awestruck admiration.”
Travis A. Sterner
Screenwriter & Director
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“I found Dave to be versatile, creative, thoughtful and intuitive. He approached the project with intelligence and professionalism, found the heart of the story and character relationships, and found a musical “path” that was appropriate to the film.
He’s a good communicator and a good guy to work with. He brings years of experience to his work, and applies his skills in a creative way to the project at hand. It was a pleasure working with him.”
Nils Osmar
Producer, Director & Screenwriter
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