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GamePlay focuses on classical music in videogames in October 2022

The role-playing game Eternal Sonata takes place in a fantasy world inside Fryderyk Chopin’s mind during his final hours. Its soundtrack includes several of Chopin’s own compositions.
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The role-playing game Eternal Sonata takes place in a fantasy world inside Fryderyk Chopin’s mind during his final hours. Its soundtrack includes several of Chopin’s own compositions.

Works by Bach, Mozart, Chopin and many others appear in games like Pitfall 2, Eternal Sonata and more. 10/29 @ 11am & 7pm

10/1 Chorus II On this episode of Gameplay, we’ll enjoy original game soundtracks featuring choirs from all over the world, singing in languages from English and Latin to ancient Akkadian and more!

10/8 YS The influential YS series of action role-playing games is known for its music, full of wonderful melodies and thrilling rock showpieces.

10/15 Jazz II  Videogame music is full of standards: tunes that have become a part of our culture, and this week we will see how jazz artists reimagine these tunes.

10/22 Pokemon This week, we’ll enjoy the music of the world’s favorite Pocket Monsters: Pokemon! The original titles are full of melodies that bring the collectible critters and their world to life.

10/29 Classical Music II Classical music has been used on videogame soundtracks throughout their history.

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