From Japanese Composer Shiro Sagisus Vocal Music To A Symphonic Video Game Medley

Tokyo Games: Music Played at the Tokyo Olympics

From Japanese Composer Shirō Sagisu's Vocal Music to a Symphonic Video Game Medley

Here's All the Music We Heard at the Tokyo Games

The Tokyo Games were an unprecedented demonstration of unity and solidarity as the world came together for the first time following the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. And the music played a major role in setting the tone for the Games.

The opening ceremony theme was the Tokyo 2020 motto "United by Emotion" with the aim to reaffirm the role of sport and the value of the Olympic Games. The music was composed by Japanese composer Shirō Sagisu, who is known for his work on the soundtracks for the Neon Genesis Evangelion anime series and the Godzilla film franchise.

In addition to Sagisu's music, the opening and closing ceremonies also featured performances by a variety of other artists, including the Tokyo Philharmonic Orchestra, the Tokyo Metropolitan Symphony Orchestra, and the NHK Symphony Orchestra. The music ranged from classical to contemporary, and it helped to create a truly unforgettable atmosphere.

The music played at the Tokyo Games was not just limited to the opening and closing ceremonies. Throughout the Games, music was used to create a sense of excitement and energy at the competition venues. And after the Games were over, the music continued to play a role, as it was used in the victory ceremonies and the closing ceremony.

The music played at the Tokyo Games was a reflection of the diversity and creativity of Japan. It helped to create a truly memorable experience for the athletes, the spectators, and the people around the world who watched the Games.