Ashore

As you wash up onto shore, you notice a mysterious town in front of you. Lights are glowing throughout, but no one seems to live there. As you delve into the history of the settlement, you realize that not everything is as it seems. Where did everybody go?  Why?

Tracks 1, 2, & 3 - Dusk, The Forest, & Stargazing

Ideas: 

These tracks were designed to represent different areas/mechanics that Ashore has to offer. "Dusk" is intended to play during the opening of the game as night is falling. "The Forest" takes place in a small grove of trees near the town. "Stargazing" plays later in the game once you discover a hidden telescope. Patterns in the sky help you solve some puzzles.

Notes:

The orchestration of these pieces was specifically chosen to provide a feeling of loneliness, mystery, and ultimately peace. Piano was used for more intimate moments and also to reinforce larger parts. The strings were added to provide harmonic texture to some of the melodies. Clarinet and vibraphone were the two lead instruments, with leitmotifs that reference other tracks.

Track 4 - The Dock (Credits)

Idea: 

This song is about the main character, and how it seems like their whole life revolves around the dock (from the picture theme) at times. They go out and explore most days, but always end up back at the dock at night. What is it that makes this dock so fascinating? What can be seen and felt from this dock? How could they be so content to stay here? What have they found?

Notes: 

This song is meant to be a bit of a different style from all the others. There is a large contrast between the atmosphere of the actual game and the character's own thoughts and feelings. While the other songs are very orchestral and ambient, this one has more pop and a little bit of jazz influence.