Chamber-Style BGM Composition for Idol Training Adventure GameConsultation

Compose an initial 1.5–2 minute loopable BGM track for Afterglow, a story-driven Japanese indie idol training adventure game. The music will support everyday and dramatic scenes, with the possibility of commissioning up to five tracks in total over time.

The desired sound is intimate, chamber-music-oriented, led by piano and a small string ensemble. It should use classical-influenced harmony to create a romantic, restrained atmosphere with undertones of loneliness and unease. Reference points include Lee Byung-woo’s Irreversible Steps (Epilogue), Yuriko Nakamura, Johnny Greenwood’s Phantom Thread score, and Hideyuki Hashimoto’s Endroll.

Deliver the completed track in WAV and OGG, with clearly indicated loop points. Virtual instruments are acceptable. Please indicate whether you can provide live-recorded acoustic guitar, violin, cello, or similar instruments, as one future track may require a live performance element.

Copyright, including derivative-work rights, will be transferred for use in the game, promotional videos, soundtrack sales, and future arrangements. Credit may be provided under a real name, stage name, or omitted, according to your preference. The game has both all-ages and 18+ editions, though this commission is not for adult scenes.

Budget range:
Simple project

Examples:
Number of tracks: 5 in total (I will request one track first and consider additional requests later)
·One of the five tracks is requested to feature live performance on acoustic guitar or a string instrument such as violin. Please let me know whether it is possible and the additional costs
· Atmosphere: A chamber-romantic atmosphere centered on piano and a small string section. Based on classical harmonies, it has a romantic yet somehow lonely and unsettling atmosphere. I hope for a restrained beauty that does not overstate emotion.
·Reference:
　- Lee Byung-woo "Reversible 수 없는 걸음 (Epilogue)」（箪笥OST）
　- Yuriko Nakamura (such as Winter Romance)
　- Johnny Greenwood, “Phantom Thread” OST
　- Hideyuki Hashimoto, “Endroll”
·Length: approximately 1 minute 30 seconds to 2 minutes, loopable
·Delivery format: WAV + OGG (loop position indicated)
·Production using MIDI input (virtual sound sources) is acceptable.
·Please let us know if you are able to record live instruments (such as violin or cello).

About the client
I’m a freelance 2D animator from Japan with 12 years of experience in the anime industry. I currently run an indie game circle, URISUKI, and am developing story-driven games, including both all-ages and adult (18+) titles. I’m looking for composers who can create emotional, cinematic music with piano and strings. I value clear communication and long-term collaboration.