VIDEO GAME MUSIC for Orchestra Wednesday, May 26, 2021
Music from popular video games arranged for string orchestra
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recommended by Megan W., Orchestra Specialist
for String Orchestra
Halo Theme arr. Bob Phillips, Grade 3.5
From the video game to the orchestra! Sure to be an instant hit with middle school and high school students who will recognize it immediately. The intensity and drive of the Halo Theme shine in Bob Phillips’ striking arrangement of one of the video game world’s most popular games. The slow, mysterious opening section leads to a Celtic rock section allowing many playing skills to be addressed in one piece. A great recruiting tune!
Harry Potter: Wizards Unite arr. Douglas E. Wagner, Grade 2.5
Whether or not they have the “Harry Potter: Wizards Unite” augmented reality game on their mobile device, your students are sure to recognize the melodies by John Williams. Five diverse excerpts from the game are included in this medley: “Hedwig’s Theme,” “Profile: Selfie Avatar,” “Fawkes the Phoenix,” “Care of Magical Creatures Encounter,” and “Victory Fanfare.” So, with wands at the ready, let the magic begin!
Starcraft II: Legacy of the Void arr. Michael Story, Grade 2.5
The stunning soundtrack to one of the most popular video games is now available for your intermediate-level string orchestra. Michael Story’s powerful arrangement of “StarCraft II: Legacy of the Void” contains four of its most memorable themes, including “The Stars Our Home,” “The Fall of Shakuras,” “Honor Guides Me,” and “My Life for Aiur.” This cutting edge music will thrill both your students and your audience!
for Full Orchestra
Bounty Hunter arr. Victor Lopez, Grade 4
The “Bounty Hunter Theme” from Advent Rising, originally written as a movie, is the first in an epic trilogy of games, presented in a stunning cinematic format to deliver an unprecedented variety of game play experiences. Victor López has taken excerpts from the original soundtrack, which is performed by a 70-piece Hollywood orchestra and the Mormon Tabernacle Choir, and given us an arrangement that musically combines all the elements of a gripping storyline that will thrust the orchestra and audience alike into an incredible intergalactic saga. From beginning to end, one can feel the convulsive attacks of absolute gaming giddiness. Dual weapon handling, plenty of epic action sequences, lush environments, incredible character designs, superhuman powers including energy blasts, levitation and energy shields, and a versatile control scheme all come alive in this great arrangement. Scored for full orchestra, “Advent Rising Suite” will definitely be one of your ensemble’s favorites this year.
Suite from Video Games Live arr. Ralph Ford, Grade 5
Up the ‘wow’ factor with a medley of the music from your students’ favorite video games in a fabulous, lush full orchestra setting! Includes music from three blockbuster video games. Great for children’s concerts, recruiting and community orchestras! Features music from “Halo,” “Civilization IV,” “Bounty Hunter,” and “Kingdom Hearts.”
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About the Author:
Megan W., originally from Pittsburgh PA, is happy to call Columbus and Stanton’s Sheet Music “Home.” As a musician, Megan has played in marching and concert bands, youth orchestras, full orchestras, small ensembles, and a few choirs. Her interests include fiddling, reading, writing, martial arts and yoga.