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- Music direction: The SpongeBob Musical
- Composition & production: From Many, One
- Songwriting & production: Walk on the Water
John Sawoski
Arranger, Orchestrator, Music Director, Music Producer & Pianist in Los Angeles.
From musical theater stages and symphony halls to recording studios, John helps artists and productions turn musical ideas into polished, performance-ready work.
About John
John Sawoski
John Sawoski is a Los Angeles-based music director, conductor, pianist, arranger-orchestrator, composer, and producer whose work spans musical theatre, symphonic performance, film and television, and studio recording. He has performed with leading Southern California orchestras, contributed to major Broadway and touring productions, accompanied celebrated artists, and created hundreds of arrangements and orchestrations. A Stanford graduate, John continues to help performers and productions bring ambitious musical ideas to life.
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Featured projects
Recent work across theatre, recording, concert music, and original productions.
The SpongeBob Musical
A vivid, full-scale stage production at Santa Monica College.
From Many, One
A choral call for unity, now available as a recording and published sheet music.
Walk on the Water
An original musical project brought from first ideas to performance.
Ways to work together
Music made for the moment.
Clear, collaborative musical leadership—from the page and the studio to rehearsal and performance.
Arranging & Orchestration
Purpose-built scores and arrangements that respect the artist, ensemble, venue, and story.
Explore arranging →Music Production
Hands-on musical and studio direction that gives recordings clarity, character, and finish.
Explore production →Music Direction & Performance
Experienced leadership at the piano, in the pit, and throughout the rehearsal process.
Explore performance →“…music director John Sawoski hit the keys, creating a sound that sent shivers down the backs of patrons.”Los Angeles Times
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Current news
Performances, releases, and work in progress. Browse the most recent highlights.