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Brent Ferguson is a Lecturer in Games Sound and Music at Brunel University London, affiliated with the College of Business, Arts and Social Sciences. They specialize in bridging music theory with digital arts, focusing on video game audio and multimedia interactions.
- Bachelor's in Music (Composition), University of Texas at San Antonio (2007)
- Master's in Music (Theory), Texas State University (2011)
- Doctorate in Music Theory and Composition, University of Kansas (2020)
Their research explores the weaponization of music, arranging video game music for classical instruments, and interdisciplinary connections between animation, games, and music. Key themes include popular music, film scoring, and ludomusicology as a framework for understanding audiovisual dynamics.
Brent's scholarly work spans analyses of harmonic structures in games, educational applications of video game music, and cultural memory in audiovisual experiences. Their publications reflect collaborations with leading researchers in the field, emphasizing player engagement and cross-media innovation.
Brent is also a performer and composer, active in jazz ensembles and tribute bands like MOTHERSHIP: A Led Zeppelin Experience and Q: The Music of Queen. As co-founder of the MIENT Duo, they released the album ...souls like birds, blending classical and electronic music.
Membership highlights include the Society of Music Theory, Ludomusicology Research Group, and ASCAP, underscoring their interdisciplinary and industry-aligned contributions.
