Legends of Yore

Legends of Yore is a full, original faux game soundtrack spanning 43 tracks and over 108 minutes, conceived as a love letter to classic Final Fantasy and, in particular, the enduring influence of Nobuo Uematsu. This project exists for one simple reason: I wanted to see if I could do it. With no external story to work from, the goal was to write a full length game soundtrack, keep its themes recognizable as they evolved, and make sure each piece felt purposeful within the larger whole.

The score is primarily orchestral and small ensemble, with a few heavy rock battle themes, and one jazzier one for good measure.

Four core themes weave through the entire work: a main theme representing the heroes, a villain’s theme, an exploration theme, and a town theme.

Legends of Yore is not a Final Fantasy soundtrack, obviously, but it is deeply indebted to the spirit of those games. It is my way of honoring that legacy while continuing to find my own voice within it.

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