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Keynote Speaker: Kevin Sherwood
Keynote Speaker: Kevin Sherwood
Kevin Sherwood is a songwriter and composer, renowned for his innovative contributions to the world of video game music. A graduate of the prestigious Berklee College of Music, where he earned a bachelor's degree in Music Production and Engineering, Kevin has spent over 20 years shaping the auditory experience in Call of Duty along with the Treyarch sound team.
Currently serving as the lead sound designer at Treyarch, a studio within Activision, Kevin has played a pivotal role in the development of various high-profile titles. He is perhaps best known for his work on the Call of Duty franchise, where he has composed more than 30 original songs for the beloved Zombies mode. His music blends atmospheric soundscapes with compelling melodies, enhancing the overall gaming experience. Kevin’s musical genius is only matched by his lyrical mastery, combining wordplay with double meaning, and philosophical content.
In addition to his work in game design, Kevin has amassed a significant following online, with over 250 million views on YouTube and more than 405,000 streams on Spotify. His passion for music and sound design is evident in every project he undertakes, and his ability to create immersive audio environments continues to set him apart in the competitive world of game development.
Kevin Sherwood is the Senior Sound Designer for Treyarch. He is the musical genius and architect of the Call of Duty Zombies music. Zombie Choral Canon 24 will be performed by the Concordia Concert Choir as a precursor to the symposium. Kevin holds a BA in Music Production/Engineering from the prestigious Berklee College of Music in Boston. He employs several musical writing tools in his compositions which are evidenced in the complex layering of his music. Most all-encompassing is his awareness and employment of observations from the Doctrine of Ethos—a Greek philosophical concept that lends itself to the idea that certain musical tools have very specific effects on the human mind and if used carefully—can make the listener feel what the composer feels. This can be so clearly heard in his zombie music for COD. Kevin often composes for, and plays all of the instruments on his recordings. In addition, he is a master of technology and sound engineering. He enjoys talking about all the complex interrelated ideas that are embodied in his art with his fans. Kevin relishes the opportunity of this interdisciplinary symposium to present on the “Doctrine of Ethos and the Affect of Music”.
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