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Hi, I’m David N. Crawford. I’m a versatile musician with a Master of Fine Arts from the California Institute of the Arts, specializing in flute performance, orchestration, and conducting for major label projects. My work blends classical training with jazz studies and a strong studio background, spanning orchestration, conducting, and flute performances for a broad range of productions.
I’ve collaborated with artists such as Mary J. Blige, Gladys Knight, Patti LaBelle, and Bill Withers in roles including orchestrator/conductor and arranger/session leader. I also compose soundtrack material, and you can explore samples at Screenmusicforme.com.
Skills
Experience Level
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Orchestrator/Conductor at MCA Records
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030Worked as an orchestrator and conductor for projects involving Mary J. Blige, contributing to the arrangement and live direction of orchestral performances in recording studios.
Orchestrator/Conductor at Columbia Records
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030Provided orchestration and conducting services for Gladys Knight and Bill Withers, including arrangement and session leadership on studio recordings.
Orchestrator/Conductor at Epic Records
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030Served as orchestrator and conductor for Patti LaBelle, ensuring the musical arrangements matched artistic visions and were performed flawlessly.
Producer/Composer at A&M Records
January 11, 2030 - January 11, 2030Produced and composed music for artist Vesta, including overseeing recordings and contributing original compositions.
Orchestrator/Arranger/Conductor at Various Record Labels (RCA, Capitol, Polygram, Columbia (Sony), Atlantic, A&M Records)
December 31, 2002 - July 9, 2025Worked as an independent contractor providing orchestration, arrangement, and conducting services for multiple major record labels. Responsible for orchestrating and arranging musical pieces, as well as conducting studio and live performances.
Flutist/Orchestrator at African American Chamber Orchestra
December 31, 2021 - July 9, 2025Performed as a flutist and contributed orchestrations for the orchestra during live performances. This role spanned several years, from 2015 to 2021.
Education
Master of Fone Arts Degree at California Institute of the Arts
September 26, 1990 - June 1, 1997Master of Fine Arts at California Institute of the Arts, Valencia, California
January 1, 1997 - December 31, 1997Master of Fine Arts Degree at California Institute of the Arts
January 1, 1997 - May 1, 1997Master of Fine Arts at California Institute of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997Master of Fine Arts at California Institute of the Arts
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1997Qualifications
Orchestrator/Flutist
March 21, 2017 - April 16, 2021Producer/Composer
April 16, 1983 - May 16, 1991Voting Member of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences
January 11, 2030 - July 5, 2025Composer at Broadcast Music Incorporated
January 11, 2030 - July 5, 2025Member of American Federation of Musicians - Local 47
January 11, 2030 - July 5, 2025California Teaching Credential
June 1, 2000 - June 30, 2000Voting Member of the National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025Broadcast Music Incorporated, composer/publisher
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025American Federation of Musicians- Local 47
January 11, 2030 - July 9, 2025Member, National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025BMI - Composer
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025American Federation of Musicians, Local 47
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025Member, National Academy of Recording Arts and Sciences
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025Member, Broadcast Music Incorporated (BMI)
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025Member, American Federation of Musicians - Local 47
January 11, 2030 - October 7, 2025Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Consumer Goods, Other, Education, Non-Profit Organization
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