Dan Wheeler

Dan Wheeler Studios | Orchestral & Jazz Production

Hi, I’m Dan Wheeler. I help filmmakers, brands, and ensembles bridge the gap between a melodic “anthem” and a high-fidelity, professional-grade production.

With over 20 years of experience as a composer, pianist, and Adjunct Professor of Music at the University of Tampa, I specialize in “in-the-box” orchestration and sophisticated jazz arranging. My workflow is built on technical precision and deep musicality—leveraging Ableton Live, Dorico, and elite libraries from EastWest (Opus) and Spitfire Audio.

Why work with DanWheelerStudios?
Elite Orchestration & Arranging: I don’t just “layer sounds”; I understand the physics and theory of the ensemble. Whether it’s an emotionally rife orchestral work like Karkinos or a high-energy, published jazz band arrangement, I bring a level of harmonic sophistication and voice-leading expertise that stands out in a digital world.

Published Credibility: With a portfolio of published scores for jazz ensembles and chamber groups, I provide a level of theoretical depth that ensures every arrangement—from a cinematic score to a big band chart—is professionally voiced and emotionally resonant.

Engineering-Grade Reliability: My background in senior technical leadership means I bring a level of project management rarely found in the creative space. Your sessions will be stable, your stems will be meticulously organized, and your deadlines are non-negotiable.

Academic Authority: Currently providing remedial orchestration and composition instruction at the university level, I have the expertise to transform any source track into a polished, broadcast-ready production.

From full-scale symphonic transformations to complex jazz arrangements and cinematic scoring, I provide end-to-end production that is as technically sound as it is artistically moving. Let’s build something massive.