To us, musically, this period represents a lot of really great Jazz music, traditional jazz and swing-jazz. Also, piano jazz and blues, including the great works of George Gershwin. The prohibition era, the Charleston and Rag / Ragtime is also something we'd put into this category, as would "Stride" jazz and piano music for Silent Movies.
John P. Sousa's famous march, Semper Fidelis, marching band. Recorded exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com by D Hamilton. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
Smokey, soulful love song crooned by male blues singer. Guitar, piano, bass, drum backing. Lyrics about how fulfilled and excited he is with his new found love. Guitar and piano solos. Classic swinging jazz/blues feel. [Tempo: Slow / 83 BPM]
Swinging, vintage, happy-go-lucky Jazz done Louis Armstrong style. Perfect for flashbacks to the 1930s and 40s, lighthearted comedy, riverboat gambling, kids tv and much more. Features Trumpet, Acoustic Guitars, Upright Bass and Drums. [Tempo: Medium / 115 BPM]
Western swing. Steel guitar & accordian over guitar, piano & bass. Fun retro style. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 205 BPM]
Pulsating, soaring, epic / majestic movie soundtrack or trailer track. Full orchestra with choir. Rousing, stirring, growing in intensity. Joined by rock style drums at 00:54 before rising to a crescendo and climax towards the end. Also available in a 'no choir' mix as well as a 'rock mix' with extra power. [Tempo: Medium / 95 BPM]
Thoughtful and delicate acoustic guitar pattern builds with piano, cello and simple drums. Perfect for lonesome people or forgotten places. Slight acoustic rock and country vibe [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 95 BPM]
Playful, jazzy swing. Cheeky, happy, joyful and lighthearted. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 60 BPM]
Traditional styled Polish Folk dance performed with suka biłgorajska, accordion and frame drum. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 61 BPM]
A fun, charming and care-free little jazz piano music tune, available with or without the 'Shoo-doop' vocals. Relaxed, easy-going, fun and cheeky music. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Upbeat ragtime in the style of Scott Joplin. Featuring piano and tuba it's perfect for use in early 1900s situations. Very catchy and toe tappin'! Great for comedy, silent films, kid shows, documentaries, games and advertising. [Tempo: Fast / 180 BPM]
Slow old time rag. Historical, retro, novelty. Muted trumpet over guitar, piano, bass and drums. Cheeky and fun. A little bit bluesy. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 75 BPM]
An upbeat and fun Gypsy Jazz, Manouche Jazz, or Klezmer track with a typical Eastern European, Russian, Jewish or Balkan sound and feel. Performed with actual live instruments, thus some imperfections in the performance and recording. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Fast / 130 BPM]
A fragile, melancholic solo piano piece, recorded live on an old, upright piano with a nice, nostalgic sound. Poignant and emotive.
[Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 70 BPM]Johannes Brahms: Academic Festival Overture in C-minor, Op.80. Classical music recorded by D Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
A truly heartwarming, sweeping, classical waltz. Piano with orchestra. Grand and romantic, like the classics. Great for film, historical, romantic epic, love story, ballroom dancing, period drama and more. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
A light and pleasant, acoustic jazz lounge track. Jazz piano, upright bass, jazzy drums. Happy / Relaxed / Easy-going. [Tempo: Slow / 105 BPM]
A delicate, graceful and beautiful soft jazz piano ballad. Caressing, warm, flowing music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 120 BPM]
Nice and chilled, feel-good jazz. Traditional jazz trio of piano, upright bass and jazz drums. Mid- to up-tempo, smooth feeling but a little bit playful. Lounge jazz / Bar jazz. [Tempo: Medium / 140 BPM]
A slow, cinematic, orchestral track made with full symphonic orchestra. Wide melody and uplifting feel, no divided parts. Courage / Heroic / Glory. [Tempo: Slow / 117 BPM]
This orchestral track illustrates determination and achievement. Perhaps coming together to join forces, or just overcoming the odds to reach a goal. Victorious and celebratory. Grows up from a somewhat meek beginning, to an all-out fanfare like, rousing finish. [Tempo: Medium / 112 BPM]
Slow, tranquil, cinematic, serene, calm, sedate, sublime, quiet, reflective, dreamy & introspective piano piece with spacious, ethereal effects. Small, serene, contemplative and simple. Would suit nostalgic / romantic / dramatic / historic / documentary type projects. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 97 BPM]
Sweet and warm ballad recorded live with classical guitars with added pad. Beautiful, emotive piece with elements of baroque feel. Melancholic, sad, loving. [Tempo: Slow / 72 BPM]
A thoughtful and insightful underscore or theme for drama/film. Personal stories, contemplation, reflection, a developing story. Takes a turn for the more dramatic about half way in, with a dark side. Piano with orchestra. [Tempo: Slow / 75 BPM]
Cole Porter's old classic jazz song, "Let's Do It (Let's Fall In Love)" with a delightful jazz combo and a wonderful female vocalist, singing about the birds and the bees. The song was written in 1928 and became public domain on January 1, 2024. Arrangement, performance and recording by the Lynne Music Project, featuring Valentina Jazz on vocals. [Please note: This historical composition may, or may not, be in the public domain in the country of your residence, as every country has its own laws on when a historical music composition enters public domain. In the USA it is public domain as of January 1, 2024. Outside the USA, you must investigate your own country's copyright laws before using this music.] [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 121 BPM]
French folk piece. Presented in two versions, lasting 37 seconds and 18 seconds respectively. [Tempo: Medium / 75 BPM]
New Orleans style blues with piano, guitar, bass, drums, male vocals. Fun, bouncing, medium up-tempo feel with guitar and piano solos. Descriptive lyrics with specific names, places, and feelings on a small town summer night. New Orleans, blues, piano, fun, rolling, guitar, bass, drums, jazz, Cajun, small town, characters. [Tempo: Medium / 133 BPM]
Laid back big band swing number reminiscent of the late 40s, 50s and 60s. Features jazz guitar and real horn section. Great for country club, travel, food, restaurant, jazz club, Hamptons and high society. [Tempo: Medium / 119 BPM]
A smooth and classy version of the old classic 'I Wanna Be Loved By You' with female vocal. This song was written in 1928 by Herbert Stothart and Harry Ruby with lyrics by Bert Kalmar. The song entered the Public Domain from 1st of January 2024. This version was performed and recorded by the Lynne Music Project in 2024, featuring vocals by Emma Brunette. [Please note: This historical composition may, or may not, be in the public domain in the country of your residence, as every country has its own laws on when a historical music composition enters public domain. Outside the USA, you must investigate your own country's copyright laws before using this music.] [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 104 BPM]
A short and funny track, for when the glasses are already empty… [Tempo: Fast / 120 BPM]
A classic mid-tempo big band arrangement, with a quirky, fun, and cheerful feel to it. This jazzy track is suitable for productions that require an upbeat, positive, vibrant backdrop. Great for commercials, presentations, films, and shows that require a touch of bliss. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 164 BPM]
Guitar, piano and deep strings are melancholy yet powerful. Very evocative love theme. Full of regret, remorse and perhaps an unrequited love. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 100 BPM]
Sweet and happy waltz, available in two different arrangements: Full orchestra, or just piano. [Tempo: Medium / 77 BPM]
A pretty and romantic waltz. Piano with orchestra. Pastoral, romantic and playful. Two lovers dancing or just enjoying each others company, this piece is great for those scenes where a couple newly in love is shown playing around and having fun in the park etc. A heartwarming and loving piece in classic Hollywood movie sound. A little bit inspired by Thaikovsky's "Swan Lake". [Tempo: Slow / 91 BPM]
Ambient piano music, very sweet, soft and slow. This piano ballad will fit well for sensitive, dramatic and romantic projects. Touching, tender, loving music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Live performed solo piano piece - melancholic and with a subtle sense of tragedy, with a slight Eastern European or even Russian feel. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
A fragile and touching European / Italian / Sicilian track featuring mandolin, violin, harp and strings. Subtle drums join later. A sense of turmoil and perhaps pain, a fragile beauty. Good for historical dramas and more. [Tempo: Slow / 98 BPM]
A dynamic and evolving orchestral track. Full of twists and turns - darkness and danger turns to light and enchantment. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Conveying a feeling of desolation and loss, this blues music is the epitome of “a good man feeling down.” Slide resonator guitar plays and a lamenting voice sings over a bluesy, acoustic guitar and simple kick drum. The wordless vocals are searching, giving the track a touch of Gospel – and a sliver of hope. Suitable for poignant moments in dramas and documentaries. Desolation / Deep Blues / Poignant music. Available in several different mixes/version with or without the vocals and layers. [Tempo: Slow / 81 BPM]
This piece of music tells the story of a soldier - specifically the emotions felt from missing their family, being proud to serve and looking ahead to their future. It is a solo piano piece with a subtle patriotic flare underneath. This would sound appropriate with any soldier's story as well as many other dramatic scenes. The music has a positive sound of nostalgia as well. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
A pensive, relaxing and bright electronic soundscape with a light percussion on the second half that adds a positive feel to it. Suitable for productions that require a meditative or inspiring vibe. Great for commercials, features and TV shows with a good-vibe/Zen touch. [Tempo: Medium / 184 BPM]
Happy, but laid-back and easy going, old-time classic jazz sound. Old fashioned and charming, Jazz quartet with live trumpet lead plus acoustic guitar, acoustic piano, upright bass and jazzy drums played with brushes. Good natured, a little bit light hearted and romantic. [Tempo: Slow / 85 BPM]
Solemn and dignified, this old country ballad exudes a nostalgic tale full of strength, will and honor. With the lonesome melody played on mandolin, the steady power of this track resides in the tack piano and acoustic slide guitar. Combined these instruments create an excellent bed for country themes, fateful dramas and documentaries. Dignified / Mandolin / Fateful, great as background music. [Tempo: Slow / 85 BPM]
A Polka / Folk dance with a traditional sound and with a melancholic mood. Performed with violins, accordion and frame drum. Can refer to Poland, Russia, Belarus, Ukraine and other regional countries where Polka is a part of the musical heritage. [Tempo: Medium / 127 BPM]
Emotional drama music with strings and steel guitar. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 65 BPM]
Raw country blues. Acoustic slide guitar over piano, bass & drums. [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 145 BPM]
Barrels of beer, partying and fun. A short track that illustrates the spirit of Oktoberfest in Germany. [Tempo: Fast / 100 BPM]
Lights of America' is a 11-track Jazz collection by the Yuri Sazonoff live jazz trio. Piano, bass, drums perform traditional Jazz trio style music; upbeat and joyful. Each track is named after a city. Tracks can be purchased separately, or as a whole collection. [Tempo: Fast / 126 BPM]
Dark, exotic and cinematic Tango with violin, piano, accordion and upright bass. Perfect for films, commercials and documentaries with scenes of dancing, international travel, fashion, passion, sexual tension, elegance and romance. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 110 BPM]
Orchestra, choir and an ethnic flute build to a huge climax, perhaps revealing a legend to be true, or a supernatural moment. Could also work well for someone being given a quest, and starting out on their epic journey. [Tempo: Medium / 75 BPM]
Swinging, good times, early to mid 20th century style jazz featuring Clarinet, Guitar, Upright Bass, Piano and Drums. Perfect for cocktail parties, old fashioned romance and vintage footage from the 1920s to 40s. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 80 BPM]
