A collection of video game music I want to perform in a wind ensemble

From Shadow of the Colossussenzoku geemu ongaku burasu

[Wind Ensemble] From Shadow of the Colossus

Shadow of the Colossus is a work notable for its highly original game system, in which you battle abnormally gigantic enemies.

Every version was excellent, but the remade PlayStation 4 version, in particular, was overflowing with sheer impact.

The game’s music is also highly acclaimed, with many classic tracks.

Among them, this piece “From Shadow of the Colossus” is a masterpiece, featuring a spirited melody reminiscent of old Hollywood films.

A wind ensemble arrangement makes it easier to express the sense of despair when facing a colossus—definitely worth checking out!

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Chrono Cross MedleyBRASS EXCEED TOKYO

From Chrono Cross: 'Chrono Cross Medley' BRASS EXCEED TOKYO 16 Sep 2013

The classic RPG Chrono Cross.

It’s the sequel created following the huge popularity of its predecessor, Chrono Trigger.

The Chrono series is also known for its outstanding game music; in the previous title, Chrono Trigger, the track “Yearnings of the Wind” is especially famous.

Chrono Cross, too, is known for its many captivating pieces.

This Chrono Cross Medley is packed with those masterpieces, offering a wide range of musicality—from powerful phrases to fantastical, heartrending melodies.

A must-check for anyone who wants to showcase the expressive power of a wind ensemble!

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Dragon Quest Concert Selectionsugiyama kouichi

Dragon Quest Concert Selection / Koichi Sugiyama

A brass band medley whose fanfare announces the beginning of a grand tale of a hero known as the Player, instantly capturing listeners’ hearts.

Koichi Sugiyama, one of Japan’s leading composers, provided the timeless original melodies, which arranger Toshio Mashima has shaped into a dramatic 9-minute-48-second work.

Reimagined from video game music for the concert hall, this piece is structured to evoke vivid images of a hero journeying across vast lands and confronting formidable foes.

The fact that its source piece, Overture, was used at the opening ceremony of the Tokyo 2021 Olympics further attests to its musical significance.

With its thrilling, valiant sound, presenting it as the climax of a concert is sure to sweep the audience into a whirlwind of excitement.

JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure Part 3 Execution BGM ‘Stardust Crusaders’Kanno Yugo

[MOS] JOJO’s Bizarre Adventure “Jotaro’s Theme” JoJo Part 3 Execution BGM

A track that colors anime battle scenes with a majestic orchestral sound and striking, powerful saxophone phrases.

Showcasing Yugo Kanno’s musical sensibility, this piece masterfully blends a tense, driving rhythm with bold brass to convey the exhilaration of combat.

In the sax solo, passionate lines and skillful vibrato capture the story’s emotional subtleties.

Featured on the original soundtrack “Departure” from the anime JoJo’s Bizarre Adventure: Stardust Crusaders and released in July 2014, the piece has won over many music fans—its performance by the Osaka Toin High School Wind Ensemble has even drawn attention on YouTube.

Overture from Dragon Quest I for Wind BandSakkyoku: Sugiyama Kouichi / Henkyoku: Majima Toshio

From Dragon Quest I for Wind Ensemble: Overture | Koichi Sugiyama, arr. Toshio Mashima | Dragon Quest Overture March

An opening piece that begins with a heroic fanfare, inviting listeners into a world of grand adventure.

Koichi Sugiyama’s brilliant melodies blend seamlessly with Toshio Mashima’s wind band arrangement, with brass and percussion sonorities further enhancing the work’s appeal.

Since its debut in 1986 as the iconic theme of a popular game series, it has been performed widely by school bands and professional ensembles alike, becoming a staple of the wind band repertoire.

This work is a perfect fit for those who excel at powerful performances, offering a captivating piece that showcases the full exhilaration of wind band music.