This event was recorded Saturday August 23, 2025.

Go behind the score with orchestrator, arranger, and composer Rick Bassett, whose work has been performed by Sutton Foster with the NY Philharmonic, Boston Pops, and on Broadway in shows like Caroline, or Change, Violet, and Twelfth Night (with music by Jeanine Tesori).

In this 90-minute virtual session, Rick will unpack the thinking, layering, and musical storytelling behind three stunning arrangements:

“Isn’t It Nice” – A virtual orchestration demo that reveals how he builds texture, realism, and musical intention using all sampled instruments.

“Anyone Can Whistle / Being Alive” – A lush, live symphonic performance featuring Sutton Foster with the NY Pops — Rick will walk us through how he built this arrangement for a full live pops orchestra.

"The Bus" - breaking down his work on this orchestration for the original cast recording of Caroline or Change.

Whether you're an emerging writer, arranger, or demo builder, this session offers an invaluable look into how professional orchestrators do what they do.

UPON CHECKOUT, YOU WILL RECEIVE 2 EMAILS: Receipt and class access.