Corbin Guckenburg Music

TERMS OF SERVICE

Updated November 14, 2025

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SERVICES OFFERED

‣ MUSIC ARRANGEMENT

Our Music Composers create original or even arrangement musical scores designed from the ground up to perfectly fit your ensemble's skill level, visual concept, and thematic needs. This ensures a one-of-a-kind production that stands apart from the competition. When adapting existing works, our Arrangers expertly transform copyrighted material into professional arrangements specifically tailored for the marching arts. We handle this process with care and attention, ensuring full compliance with all necessary licensing and copyright laws so our clients can perform with confidence.

‣ DRILL DESIGN

Our Drill Designers are experts in visual storytelling, creating fun, but challenging drill that significantly improve your students capabilities while ensuring the visual message of your show is powerfully delivered to the audience. We recognize that effective drill is the crucial element that translates the musical and conceptual themes of your production, ensuring the audience fully connects with the show presented on the field.

‣ CHEREOGRAPHY DESIGN

Our Choreographers are the primary factor in bringing the musical score to life through visual artistry. They specialize in designing captivating, visual movements that go beyond simple drill to illustrate the narrative of the show. By expertly designing the Choreography of a show, they ensure the performers are not just executing steps, but are truly visually illustrating the emotional arc and messages of the music. Their work seamlessly integrates with the overall design, dramatically adding the visual storytelling essential for both the audience and the judges.

‣ VIDEO PRODUCTION

Our Video Producers are essential to turning your live performance into a dynamic, polished media product. They manage the entire visual process, expertly capturing high-quality performance footage, rehearsal snippets, and promotional content, then editing it into engaging highlight reels and full-show productions that emphasize the energy and emotional impact of your ensemble. They use their technical skills in video production to produce compelling media that showcases the dedication of your performers and the overall artistic vision.

PAYMENT TERMS

‣ 50% BEFORE, 50% AFTER

To begin work and allocate necessary resources for any project, a 50% deposit of the total project cost is required upfront, guaranteeing your spot in our production schedule. The remaining balance is due in full upon final project completion and must be received before the release and delivery of all final products, arrangements, or files. 

‣ PAYMENT METHODS

We accept several convenient payment methods, including Zelle and Apple Pay, and can discuss other secure methods upon request. These terms ensure a smooth workflow and allow us to maintain our commitment to timely, high-quality delivery.

PROJECT DETAILS & DEADLINES

‣ PROJECT SPECIFICATIONS

To ensure the timely and successful completion of any project, clients must provide all necessary details, source materials (scores, music files, video samples, etc.), and desired deadlines concurrently with the initial submission of resources. 

‣ PROJECT DEADLINES

All deadlines are subject to confirmation by Corbin Guckenburg Music, as the final delivery date must be assessed based on the project's overall complexity, the current production schedule, and the desired turnaround time requested. Any failure or delay in providing complete, accurate information and all required resources upfront may result in significant delays and could necessitate a renegotiation of the delivery timeline to accommodate the full scope of work.

‣ PROJECT DEADLINES

Once the initial project scope and pricing are confirmed, any substantial changes, additions, or modifications to the concept, music, or design elements requested by the client can be changed as specificed by the cilent. Though, these changes may result in an adjustment to the final price and will likely impact the original delivery date.

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY

‣ CUSTOM ARRANGEMENTS
All custom arrangements created by Corbin Guckenburg Music are licensed to the Client for their exclusive, non-transferable use by the purchasing ensemble for one performance season. This license grants you the right to perform the arrangement publicly for competitive and exhibition purposes. Resale, licensing, or redistribution of the musical files, scores, or parts to any other person or ensemble is strictly prohibited without prior consent of Corbin Guckenburg Music.

‣ COPYRIGHT LIABILITY

If copyright inquiries are not handled by us, the Client is fully and solely responsible for securing all appropriate performance rights, licenses, and/or permissions for any copyrighted material used in the arrangement. The cost of securing these licenses is may be in the arrangement fee.
‣ LICENSING ASSISTANCE

We understand that navigating music licensing can be complex. If you require assistance or guidance in obtaining the necessary permissions and licenses for your chosen copyrighted works, please contact us immediately. We are happy to provide detailed information and direct you to the appropriate resources to ensure your ensemble is fully compliant before your first performance.

CANCELATION & REFUNDS

‣ INITIAL DESPOIT
The 50% initial deposit is strictly non-refundable once work on the project has officially begun. This deposit serves to secure your position in our production schedule and covers the essential costs associated with initial design, concept development, and resource allocation.

‣ FULL REFUNDS

A full refund of the 50% deposit may be available if the project is formally canceled by the Client in before any work commences. This means prior to any arranging, composing, or design work being started by our team.

‣ POST-COMMENCEMENT CANCELLATION

In the event of project cancellation by the Client after work has started, any payments made beyond the initial 50% deposit will be refunded. Any refund calculation will first deduct the full cost and value of all work completed up to the date of cancellation, including hours spent on research, planning, arranging, and designing.

‣ TEAM CANCELLATION

Should our team need to cancel any project for unforeseen circumstances, the Client will receive a full refund, including the 50% deposit.

COMMUNICATION

‣ CILENT RESPONSIVENESS

We strive to maintain a strict production schedule. Therefore, Clients are expected to respond to inquiries, requests for feedback, or requests for additional essential information within a reasonable timeframe (e.g., 48 hours). Failure to provide a timely response may directly impact the project timeline, potentially resulting in significant delays and a necessary adjustment to the confirmed delivery date. We believe open, prompt communication is the foundation of a successful collaboration.

‣ PREFERRED CONTACT METHOD: EMAIL

While we appreciate phone calls, email is the primary and preferred method of communication for all project-related documentation, file transfers, and formal inquiries. This helps us efficiently track, prioritize, and respond to your requests in a timely manner.

THIRD-PARTY ASSISTANCE

‣ THIRD-PARTY DESIGN COLLABORATION

To ensure a fully integrated final product, we may proactively reach out to third-party companies vital to the overall design, such as Marching Band Uniform Designers, Flag/Banner Manufacturers, or Prop Builders. This collaboration is intended to ensure our music and drill designs perfectly complement the visual elements and resources the Client is using, creating the best and most cohesive show possible.

‣ THIRD-PARTY LIABILITY

Any collaborator or third-party professional involved will be fully briefed and must adhere to the exact same standards of quality, professionalism, and confidentiality as outlined in these comprehensive Terms and Conditions, including all policies related to intellectual property and client privacy.

GOVERNING LAW

‣ GOVERNING BY THE STATE OF LOUISIANA

These Terms and Conditions, and any resulting agreement or dispute arising from the services provided, shall be exclusively governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Louisiana, without regard to its conflict of law principles. By agreeing to these terms, the Client consents to the exclusive jurisdiction and venue of the state and federal courts located within the State of Louisiana for the resolution of any legal actions or proceedings.

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