Ever wondered what it takes to score original music for blockbuster video games? Learn from six of the industry’s most accomplished composers with diverse musical backgrounds as they share their experiences and discuss the craft of scoring music for some of the biggest franchises in interactive entertainment. Featuring multiple award-winning composers Jason Graves (TOMB RAIDER, DEAD SPACE 1-3), Garry Schyman (BIOSHOCK INFINITE, BIOSHOCK 1&2), Jack Wall (CALL OF DUTY: BLACK OPS II, MASS EFFECT 1&2), Kevin Riepl (GEARS OF WAR, ALIENS), Inon Zur (PRINCE OF PERSIA, FALLOUT 3, DRAGON AGE 1&2), and Greg Edmonson (UNCHARTED 1-3). Moderated by Emily Reese, Host & Producer of MPR’s Top Score podcast. Plus giveaways! The panel will be followed by a meet & greet / signing session outside the theater.
Panelists: Jason Graves [Composer, Website], Jack Wall [Composer, Website], Garry Schyman [Composer, Website], Kevin Riepl [Composer, Website], Inon Zur [Composer, Website], Greg Edmonson [Composer, Website], Emily Reese [Host/Producer, Website]