Do you accept commissions for custom arrangements?
Yes, absolutely. While VGOScore is a curated collection of my personal projects, I understand that directors and students often need specific pieces that aren’t in the library yet.
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Can you make versions for Concert Band?
VGOScore is exclusively dedicated to the Symphony Orchestra format. My artistic focus is on the rich texture of the String section (Violin, Viola, Cello, Contrabass) combined with Woodwinds, Brass, and Percussion.
Creating a Concert Band version requires eliminating the strings, which changes the fundamental character of my arrangements.
However, I believe in empowering educators. If you wish to adapt one of my pieces for your band, you can access the MusicXML and editable files via my Patreon. This allows you to modify the instrumentation to fit your specific ensemble’s needs.
What software do you use to create the videos and audio?
I utilize a professional workflow that combines industry-standard notation, sequencing, and audio engineering tools. The process is divided into four main stages:
1.- Transcription & Notation: First, I transcribe the music by ear and write the full score using professional music notation software. This ensures the sheet music is legible and theoretically correct for performers.
2.- Virtual Orchestration (Mock-up): Once the notes are written, I export the data to a DAW (Digital Audio Workstation). Here, I assign high-quality orchestral sample libraries to each instrument to create a realistic sonic representation.
3.- Mixing & Mastering: I treat the virtual instruments as if they were real recordings. I work on the mix (balance, EQ, reverb) and perform a final mastering to ensure the audio meets broadcast standards.
4.- Video Production: Finally, I capture the score playback visually and synchronize it with the high-quality audio to create the videos you see on YouTube.
Is it legal to perform these arrangements?
The materials provided on VGOScore are intended for educational purposes, private study, and musical analysis. As these are arrangements of copyrighted video game music, they are not “official” publications. However, orchestras worldwide perform them regularly. Here is a general guideline regarding performance rights:
1.- Educational & Free Concerts: Performances within educational institutions or free community concerts are generally considered acceptable under fair use or educational exemptions in many territories.
2.- Fundraisers & Non-Profit: If the concert charges an entrance fee but the proceeds go to a non-profit organization or cover production costs only, it is usually viewed favorably, but care should be taken.
3.- Professional/For-Profit Concerts: If you plan to perform these works in a commercial setting where tickets are sold for profit, you must ensure you have the appropriate performance licenses.
Please note that VGOScore provides the sheet music for study, but we cannot grant public performance rights for the original intellectual property (the composition itself).
For peace of mind and ethical compliance, we strongly recommend that directors or venue managers contact their local Performance Rights Organization (such as ASCAP, BMI, SGAE, or Harry Fox Agency) to declare the repertoire. They will guide you on the standard procedures for performing copyrighted works.
Restrictions:
These files should never be:
1.- Re-sold or distributed for money.
2.- Used for commercial recordings (CDs/Spotify) without a mechanical license from the copyright holder.
3.- Reposted on other websites as your own content.