Thursday, November 04, 2010

Video Games Live: Level 2 - Game Composer Concert and DVD

Have you ever heard of the term Game Composer? I didn't until this DVD.
I am the mom of an avid gamer. My son is totally addicted to his games. He would play all day if we allowed it. But, I am here to say, fear not parents of gamers, your child just might have a fabulous future on his hands. I just finished watching Video Games Live: Level 2 and was surprised how many kids were in the audience, listening to classical music. I shouldn't be though. My son sat and watch the video too! While our kids are playing those video games they are also getting an meticulous soundtrack created by Game Composers and musicians. If you ever allow yourself to listen past the firing, honks, pings, random game noises you will hear some of the most beautiful, soothing music out there.


Created and produced by world famous video game composer Tommy Tallarico, the Video Games Live: Level 2 CD features 16 musical performances (2 additional tracks on the download version), and the DVD and Blu-Ray include never-before-televised music and video from Super Mario Bros.™, The Legend of Zelda™, Sonic the Hedgehog™, Halo®, Warcraft®, Chrono Cross®, Castlevania®, Guitar Hero®, God of War™ and many more, as well as a special Classic Arcade Medley featuring games from Pong® to Dragon’s Lair and Tetris®, and more than three hours of bonus material. Filmed in New Orleans this past April in high definition with 5.1 audio surround sound, the concert features the Louisiana Philharmonic Orchestra, a 34-person chorus; a number of soloists including pianist Martin Leung, flautist Laura “Flute Link” Intravia, original vocalists from the games; plus a rock band featuring Tallarico on guitar, lasers and special effects.

Think this is something you or your kids might be interested in? Here is a list of the Video Games Live upcoming tour dates. Don't be too surprised that the each show prior to now has been sold out! Gaming is a multimillion dollar industry!

If you attend a show, go early. There is so much to do.
  • Interactive game demos
  • Costume contest
  • Prize give-a-ways
  • Game competitions
  • Meet-and-greet with top game composers and designers.
Music - Hear your favorite video game music played live for the first time ever right in front of your ears by a full orchestra and choir.

Video - See exclusive footage of your favorite games synchronized perfectly to the music and lights on giant interactive screens.

Theatrical Stage Show - Certain performances segments will include live action, stage performers, special and a fully designed synchronized laser show.

An Interactive Video Game - A handful of lucky audience members will be selected to come up on stage and actually play a video game while the orchestra plays interactively with them for a chance to win valuable prizes!

Pre-Show Festival - Each show features meet and greets with top composers and game designers in select cities as well as a costume event, gaming competitions and more! Unlike other concerts, the entire pre and post show festival is completely FREE OF CHARGE and open to ANY ticket holder.

Great Holiday/Christmas/Birthday idea for the gamer on your list.  


To order the DVD, check out Amazon below.


Disclaimer: I received a complimentary DVD from SHOUT Factory to review and give my honest opinion.

1 comment:

  1. Anonymous7:39 PM

    Who would have thought they would have Classical music in these video games. Great Concept.

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