This is a pretty far reaching concept, because documentaries, culture and art can be of pretty much anything at all, but we've tried to put music in this area that you would expect to hear in documentaries about real world issues, as well as art and culture. The music in this area will be -background- music; music that is meant to just stay in the background, almost unnoticed, to provide a subtle atmosphere while the viewer concentrates on the matter discussed. Often used behind voiceover / narration and interviews, this music will not have any outstanding, loud, or attention grabbing melodies or effects. The music you find here should also go well with historical and cultural subjects.
Franz Schubert Symphony No. 8 ('Unfinished Symphony') in B minor, D.759: 1. Allegro Moderato. Classical music recorded by D Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Bedrich Smetana: Dance of the Comedians from Act 3 of the opera The Bartered Bride, JB 1-100. Classical music recorded by D Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
A bouncy, light, positive and uplifting music track made with inspiring pizzicato strings. Slightly quirky in vibe. Three main parts (intro, main and outro). Unique / Charming / Dancing music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 140 BPM]
A chamber orchestra / chamber strings arrangement of a dramatic, passionate music track. The sound is classic and timeless. Suitable for dramatic movie trailers, book trailer, period drama / costume drama / romantic drama. Cultural and art presentations and more. Proud / Stormy / Rousing music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 100 BPM]
Begins with a quietly driving suggestion of impending distress, weakness, uncertainty, time-of-need, or helplessness. Shifts towards an epic, redemptive display of strength. Explores the concept of rescue from danger, triumphant victory over darkness, or bravery in the face of peril. Amazement / Victory / Fantasy Music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Celebratory, explorative, triumphant, anticipation music. Suggests embarking on a journey, joyful triumph over struggle, quick/festive motion, or angelic exultation. Full orchestra, choir, world and western percussion. Victory / Classical / Uplifting Music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
A powerful and emotive alto voice drives this dramatic yet ethereal music track, supported by epic synths, deep drums and low piano bass notes. Perfect music for timelapse films, scenes of nature, space, travel and the outdoors. The singing is a non-specific language. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 120 BPM]
A textured piece of music which is given emotional focus with a solo cello at its heart. There is a feeling of being on a journey with this track with its variety of sections that never make it feel repetitive but always moving forward. The world fusion feel makes it suitable as music for a variety of projects from documentaries to fantasy films. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
Opening on a simple but haunting Cello theme, this track grows over time to an upbeat and optimistic climax featuring piano, strings and synths. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow, Medium / 100 BPM]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Cosi fan tutte, K.588, 1. Overture in C Major. Classical music recorded by D Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K.551. I. Allegro vivace. Classical music recorded by D Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K.551. II. Andante cantabile. Classical music recorded by D Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K.551. III. Menuetto: Allegretto. Classical music recorded by D Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Symphony No. 41 in C Major, K.551. IV. Molto allegro. Classical music recorded by D Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 0 BPM]
Antonin Dvorak String Quartet No. 12 'American' in F major, Op.96 ; B.179. Movement 1: Allegro ma non tonto in F major. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Antonin Dvorak String Quartet No. 12 'American' in F major, Op.96 ; B.179. Movement 2: Lento in D minor. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Antonin Dvorak String Quartet No. 12 'American' in F major, Op.96 ; B.179. Movement 4: Finale. Vivace ma non troppo in F Major. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Fast / 0 BPM]
Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Hob.III: 3 ; Op. 1 No. 3, Movement 3: Presto. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Hob.III: 3 ; Op. 1 No. 3, Movement 4: Minuet - Trio. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Hob.III: 3 ; Op. 1 No. 3, Movement 5: Presto. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
An atmospheric exotic and mysterious music track made with dark pads, middle eastern percussion and exotic female vocal performed by Andrea Krux. Exotic / World / Dark / Cinematic Music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 120 BPM]
An evocative, emotional music track with melancholic shades. Glitched beds made with dry guitars, synths and wordless vocal emulate the sound of the wind. The song rises up to a post-rock outro. [Tempo: Slow / 65 BPM]
Inspiring and uplifting, valmost heroic production music composition featuring full orchestra with big drums creating a cinematic vibe. Great for trailers, TV promos, emotive stories and more. Valiant / Amazement / Discovery. [Tempo: Slow / 100 BPM]
Georges Bizet - Les Toreadors (The Toreadors) from Carmen in A Major, GB 9 ; WD 31 ; IGB 16. Full orchestra. Music recorded and produced by David Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Fast / 0 BPM]
A musical landscape with a taste of the sound of the Middle East and a subtle touch of modern instruments. An aura of seduction and mystery music. [Tempo: Medium / 115 BPM]
Ludwig van Beethoven String Quartet No. 6 in B-flat major, Op. 18 No. 6: 44. La Malinconia Adagio. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Joseph Haydn String Quartet in C Major, Hob.III:6 ; Op. 1 No. 6: 4. Minuet - Trio. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart String Quartet No. 22 ("Second Prussian Quartet") in B-flat major, K.589: 3. Menuetto Moderato. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart String Quartet No. 22 ("Second Prussian Quartet") in B-flat major, K.589: 4. Allegro assai. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Driven, majestic and aspirational track full of hope and positivity. This orchestral soundtrack has an uplifting and positive feel with a sense of accomplishment and achievement. It would work well in video, TV and film footage to tell a story or convey an inspirational corporate message. Images that come to mind are successful business environments, happy people, flying high, landscapes, galloping and drone shots of beautiful beaches. This track has a moderate tempo featuring orchestra, piano and synth. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Symphony No. 38 ("Prague Symphony") in D Major, K.504: 1. Adagio, Allegro. Full orchestra. Music recorded and produced by David Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Symphony No. 38 ("Prague Symphony") in D Major, K.504: 3. Presto. Full orchestra. Music recorded and produced by David Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Cinematic retro synth wave; this track was created using only two vintage hardware synthesizers; a Moog Minimoog model D and a Prophet 5. Strangely futuristic and vintage at the same time. Ambient / Eerie / Synthetic / Retro / Mystery. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Bollywood music track with traditional Indian instruments. Tables, drum loops, synth bass and a mix of traditional and modern Indian music. [Tempo: Medium / 102 BPM]
Inspiring and cinematic, this epic orchestral piece is full of hope and emotion. Great for adventure / fantasy film, television, personal stories and more. Moving yet uplifting. [Tempo: Slow / 115 BPM]
A deep, emotional and slightly mystical, cinematic theme with a dramatic feel. Great as film or TV soundtrack, documentary music, in-game music, advertising and more. Smooth and luxurious. Slight hint of old Europe, France, Paris. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 150 BPM]
A beautiful, cinematic composition with a deep emotion. Great for emotional moments in films and TV about emotional or touching content. Melancholic, wistful and reflective, but also hopeful and warm. [Tempo: Slow / 125 BPM]
Jacques Offenbach: Orpheus in the Underworld (Orphée aux enfers), IJO 60, Act 2, Scene 2: Infernal Galop ("Can-Can") in D major. Music performed and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Fast / 0 BPM]
Charles Camille Saint-Saens: Carnival of the Animals (Le Carnaval des Animaux), R. 125: 14. Finale in C major. Music performed and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
A live performed recording of this traditional Celtic / Irish folk tune. Historical / Medieval / World Music. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 138 BPM]
A live performed recording of this traditional Celtic / Irish folk tune. World Heritage / Medieval Village / Pirate Music. [Tempo: Medium / 103 BPM]
A live performed recording of this traditional Celtic / Irish folk tune. Ballad / Medieval / Historical Music. [Tempo: Slow / 60 BPM]
A live performed recording of this traditional Celtic / Irish folk tune. Old Town / Medieval / World Music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 119 BPM]
A minimalistic piece with harp, bells and bass drums. Neutral vibe with a sense of air, clarity and science. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Edvard Grieg: 25 Norwegian Folk Songs and Dances, Op. 17, No. 2: Ungersvenden (The Young Man). Classical music performed and recorded by concert pianist Zelimir Panic, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Edvard Grieg: 25 Norwegian Folk Songs and Dances, Op. 17, No. 4: Nils Tallefjorden. Classical music performed and recorded by concert pianist Zelimir Panic, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Classical Baroque music combines and fuses with techno dance/rave music. Strange, eclectic, energetic, unusual, different. High energy, high class. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 135 BPM]
Using world music elements to create a thoughtful mood. [Tempo: Slow / 92 BPM]
Use this cool and catchy jazz swing groove for attention getting tv spots and other marketing projects that need a clever, upbeat sound for your media project. [Tempo: Fast / 220 BPM]
Meditative and sparse, this synth-based pop cue is tranquil, easily conveying feelings of home, heart, tenderness and thoughtfulness. Its main, monophonic synth plays slight shift on a recurring motif over a kick drum. This result is great for scenes/content with emotive drama, inner striving for resolution, and personal clarity. Heart / Sparse / Tranquil Synth . [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 132 BPM]
