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  • HOMEPAGE - COMPOSING PLAY
  • Table of contents
  • 0. Introduction. Game and music: why?
  • 1.0. What’s in a Game? A dive into ludology world.
  • 2.0. What do games and music have in common? A brief history of practices
  • 3.0. History of Games in Music and Music in Games. Die Musikalisches Würfelspiel
  • 4.0. Recent Theories and studies on Music in Games.
  • 5.0. On personal practice
  • 6.0. Conclusion
  • 7.0. Bibliography
  • 8.0. Sitography
  • Livia Malossi Bottignole
• abstract
  This study dives into the realms of games and music, examining their history and the recent interest in the intersection of their features. The proliferation of research surrounding these two distinct yet interconnected fields has led to the emergence of new theories, reflections, and applications. While historical perception has commonly conceived "play" as a less serious activity, particularly in academic and artistic environments, this study explores how recent artistic movements have reclaimed its significance. Both games and music contribute to a particular cultural proliferation. Moreover, the technological landscape has further amplified the impact of these artistic endeavors, with entertainment platforms experiencing widespread dissemination and an exponential increase in user engagement. Drawing inspiration from prior research, the study aligns with other analytical frameworks while consciously narrowing its scope to the performer-composer relationship. This intentional focus aims to delve deeper into the intricacies of this dynamic without dismissing the importance of the audience, framing it as a subject of debatable relevance within the study's specific analytical scope. In conclusion, this study offers a comprehensive exploration of the relationship between games and music, shedding light on their shared history, contemporary developments, and the dynamics between performers and composers in the evolving landscape of artistic expression.
• Livia Malossi Bottignole - Composing Play: 
An Investigation into Game Dynamics in Music - 2025
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