Publication

2021 - Cambridge University Press

Language

English

Word Count

111,500 words, Guess

Page Count

446 pages

Identifiers

  • ISBN-139781108460897
  • ISBN-101108460895
  • OCLC Control Number1201667255
  • Better World Books9781108460897
  • Open LibraryOL34762070M

Classifications

  • LCCML3540.7
  • LCCML3540.7 .C178 2021

Description

Video game music has been permeating popular culture for over forty years. Now, reaching billions of listeners, game music encompasses a diverse spectrum of musical materials and practices. This book provides a comprehensive, up-to-date survey of video game music by a diverse group of scholars and industry professionals. The chapters and summaries consolidate existing knowledge and present tools for readers to engage with the music in new ways. Many popular games are analysed, including Super Mario Galaxy, Bastion, The Last of Us, Kentucky Route Zero and the Katamari, Gran Turismo and Tales series. Topics include chiptunes, compositional processes, localization, history and game music concerts. The book also engages with other disciplines such as psychology, music analysis, business strategy and critical theory, and will prove an equally valuable resource for readers active in the industry, composers or designers, and music students and scholars.

Subjects

Other Editions

  • Cambridge Companion to Video Game MusicCambridge University Press2021-01-01

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