Frequently asked questions
Commissions, concerts, how the videos are made and how to suggest a piece.
Do you accept commissions?
Yes. VGOScore transcribes, orchestrates and arranges video game music for orchestras, schools, ensembles and content creators: versions of pieces from the VGOScore library written for your instrumentation, new arrangements of any game track, parts preparation and realistic mock-ups. See services for orchestras or order through Fiverr.
Can you make versions for concert band or smaller ensembles?
VGOScore itself is dedicated to the symphony orchestra: the colour of the string section is central to these arrangements. A concert band, string orchestra or chamber version needs a real re-orchestration rather than a simple transposition, and we can write one for your ensemble as a commission. Request a quote.
What licences does a concert of game music need?
The same as any concert with music under copyright, arranged by the organiser:
- Public performance of the original music is licensed by the performing rights organisation of your country (ASCAP or BMI in the US, SGAE in Spain, SACM in Mexico, PRS in the UK, GEMA in Germany…), usually through a licence held by the venue or the organiser. Declare the repertoire with the original titles and composers.
- Performing an arrangement of a protected work may also require the rights holder’s permission, depending on the country and the work. Organisations that programme game music regularly clear this with the publisher; when in doubt, ask your performing rights organisation.
- Recording, broadcasting or selling a performance needs separate licences (mechanical, synchronisation) from the rights holders.
When an orchestra commissions an arrangement from VGOScore, it receives everything needed for the declaration: titles, original composers, durations and arranger credit.
How are the videos made?
The process has four stages:
- Transcription and notation: the music is transcribed by ear and written as a full score in professional notation software, so it is legible and playable by real musicians.
- Virtual orchestra (mock-up): the score is sequenced in a DAW with orchestral sample libraries (mostly Cinesamples) to create a realistic rendition.
- Mixing and mastering: the virtual orchestra is balanced, equalised and reverberated as if it were a real recording.
- Video: the score playback is captured and synchronised with the audio, so you can follow every instrument as it plays.
Can I suggest a piece?
Of course. Most of the library comes from community suggestions. Send yours through the wishlist form; suggestions are reviewed when planning future videos, based on popularity and on how well the music suits a symphony orchestra.