The energy, effort, and enthusiasm behind this near-40-minute virtual concert is dazzling. Over 160 musicians participated in this medley of music from the Nintendo Switch game, Paper Mario: The Origami King. Musicians from the video game music community (VGM) were involved, including such "stars" as insaneintherainmusic, Grant Kirkhope, Lena Raine, aivi & surasshu, GlitchxCity, and Austin Wintory.
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Over 160 musicians celebrate the music of Paper Mario: The Origami King
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