Composing for video games

UNCG Author/Contributor (non-UNCG co-authors, if there are any, appear on document)
Graeme Alexander Cooper-Volkheimer (Creator)
Institution
The University of North Carolina at Greensboro (UNCG )
Web Site: http://library.uncg.edu/
Advisor
Alejandro Rutty

Abstract: This paper documents my composition techniques, and the modern digital media I employ to produce works inspired by video game music. I write about my thought process and the general considerations I have for each piece, before going into details about specific procedures. The general considerations include: choice of Digital audio workspace (DAW), instruments I use, ways in which I use automation on instrument parameters, and I write about how sometimes I choose to work within limitations of DAW’s for authenticity. This paper covers nine pieces of work presented at my master’s degree recital on the 17th of April, 2024 and draws examples from each about my process.

Composing for video games
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Thesis
Language: English
Date: 2024
Keywords
Chiptune, Composing, Video games
Subjects
Composition (Music)
Sound $x Recording and reproducing $x Digital techniques
Video game music $x Writing and publishing

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