Super Mario Bros: Koji Kondo’s 8-Bit Masterpiece
Twenty Thousand Hertz
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The Art of Mario: Soundtrack and Sound Design
This chapter explores the innovative music composition of Koji Kondo for the Super Mario franchise during the NES, SNES, and N64 eras. It highlights the constraints of early sound technology and the clever techniques Kondo used to create memorable melodies and sound effects, such as the iconic jump and coin sounds. Additionally, the chapter analyzes how rhythmic and harmonic choices contributed to the emotional impact of the music, illustrating the synergy between sound and gameplay.
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