Brian 5
Sami PetrosGaming Music
I just added the main theme from the old Super Nintendo RPG, Secret of Mana, to the list of songs I’m currently practicing with my violin (kindly arranged from an orchestral version by my girlfriend). This got me thinking about writing a short article on game music, so here we go.
I’ve always liked listening to game music ever since I was a child. Nes, Snes, the odd Sega game, and PC games were constant facets of my childhood pursuits and obviously remained with me to this day. Songs from these classic games will always be some of my favorites to name a few– Secret of Mana 1 and 2 (seiken densetsu 2, 3), Chronotrigger, Mega man X, and Zelda. I think they are just as brilliantly crafted as the music of some other genres. I love musical diversity and as such I listen to most genres of music, this could be influence from many of my best friends who are all talented musicians and I believe that qualifies me to suggest you check this area out.
Game music in recent times has received more attention; partly due to the fact that full digital sound can be included in a game rather than the old 8-bit sound. To this end it has helped games to move more into the feeling of interactive media, the parallels to movies are several and we can have full orchestral accompaniment to a game or complicated electronically produced tracks. Music in games is now able to take a much greater role in effecting and influencing the mood of a person, a perfect example of this in recent times can easily be seen in Call of Duty 2; the epic orchestral soundtrack makes for a much more breathtaking experience. Other examples of recent game soundtracks of note included Halo 2, Katamari Damacy, Half Life 2, and any of the Final Fantasies.
In recent years the market for game soundtracks and arrangements has increased and in rare instances can extend to include movies; Final Fantasy Advent Children’s wonderful soundtrack full of FFVII arrangements is just one such example. The FF series gives a clear example of the potential for arranged music; there is a large amount of music available in this regard.
Another facet of this genre that is certainly worth a mention is the arrangement and remixing of game music by fans. Some very excellent work has been contributed by these people and a perfect example of this can be seen at Overclocked Remix, a site which I highly recommend you visit.
Hopefully I’ve piqued some people’s interest with that little spiel, if not, forgive me eccentricities =P. If you’re looking for more information this news site, Music 4 Games, is a good place to start.
Alskreek, out.
I’ve always liked listening to game music ever since I was a child. Nes, Snes, the odd Sega game, and PC games were constant facets of my childhood pursuits and obviously remained with me to this day. Songs from these classic games will always be some of my favorites to name a few– Secret of Mana 1 and 2 (seiken densetsu 2, 3), Chronotrigger, Mega man X, and Zelda. I think they are just as brilliantly crafted as the music of some other genres. I love musical diversity and as such I listen to most genres of music, this could be influence from many of my best friends who are all talented musicians and I believe that qualifies me to suggest you check this area out.
Game music in recent times has received more attention; partly due to the fact that full digital sound can be included in a game rather than the old 8-bit sound. To this end it has helped games to move more into the feeling of interactive media, the parallels to movies are several and we can have full orchestral accompaniment to a game or complicated electronically produced tracks. Music in games is now able to take a much greater role in effecting and influencing the mood of a person, a perfect example of this in recent times can easily be seen in Call of Duty 2; the epic orchestral soundtrack makes for a much more breathtaking experience. Other examples of recent game soundtracks of note included Halo 2, Katamari Damacy, Half Life 2, and any of the Final Fantasies.
In recent years the market for game soundtracks and arrangements has increased and in rare instances can extend to include movies; Final Fantasy Advent Children’s wonderful soundtrack full of FFVII arrangements is just one such example. The FF series gives a clear example of the potential for arranged music; there is a large amount of music available in this regard.
Another facet of this genre that is certainly worth a mention is the arrangement and remixing of game music by fans. Some very excellent work has been contributed by these people and a perfect example of this can be seen at Overclocked Remix, a site which I highly recommend you visit.
Hopefully I’ve piqued some people’s interest with that little spiel, if not, forgive me eccentricities =P. If you’re looking for more information this news site, Music 4 Games, is a good place to start.
Alskreek, out.
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