Valve Studio Orchestra

Video Game Music Ensemble

The Valve Studio Orchestra is not a traditional artist or band in the conventional sense but rather a collective name for the musicians and composers who work on the soundtracks for video games developed by Valve Corporation. Valve, known for its critically acclaimed games and software distribution platform Steam, has a history of integrating rich musical scores into its gaming experiences. The music for games like "Dota 2" and "Team Fortress 2" is composed by various artists, including Valve's in-house composer Mike Morasky and others who collaborate on the projects. The soundtracks for these games have been released under the Valve Studio Orchestra name, showcasing the dynamic and thematic compositions that have become synonymous with Valve's gaming titles. The music often captures the essence of the game worlds, ranging from bombastic and energetic to atmospheric and moody, contributing significantly to the overall gaming experience.