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.
Trumpet and mellow / melancholic electric piano with upright bass. Moody jazz. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
Piano ballad, very smooth and soft. This tune is sensitive, organic and gentle. Nice for background music, relaxing scenes and soft moments. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 55 BPM]
A traditional Greek or slightly Turkish sounding folk music track with bouzouki. Composed by our very own Greek composer, Dimitris Plagiannis, this is an exotic, authentic, great 'Zorba' type music track. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 108 BPM]
Greek, Hebrew or Gypsy feel. European, historical / cultural, circus or travel / holiday. Greece / folk / Europe. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 148 BPM]
Delicate and elegant solo piano from Klaus Weber. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Toe-tapping, old time / retro jazz with just acoustic bass and guitar, in the Django style. Cheeky, charming and light hearted. [Tempo: Medium / 98 BPM]
Emotional and Dramatic solo piano composition with heroic and glorious feel. Performed on a grand piano in a classical cinematic style. Great for trailers, movies, commercials and more. [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Varied and melodic jazz track featuring piano, fretless bass and brush drums. This track goes through many stages of melodic jazz, emotional and rich. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 60 BPM]
A European sounding folk/traditional band, or jazz quartet with upright bass, two accordeons and drums. Quick rhythm, slightly Eastern European or Jewish feel. History/Cultural. [Tempo: Fast / 106 BPM]
A lovely instrumental version of the jazz favorite, 'When You're Smiling', arranged for a traditional jazz combo, with light drums, piano, acoustic guitar, upright bass and horns. Sweet and delightful. (Stem files available.) [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: Slow, Medium / 127 BPM]
Solemn and sorrowful. Orchestral strings, subtle brass and death bell, later joined by a fragile solo violin. Good for scenes of loss, sorrow, death. Perhaps aftermath of a disaster or a funeral. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
A hazy, somewhat dreamy, Americana / Folk, textural track featuring acoustic guitar, acoustic piano and harmonica lead. Lamenting, with a dark undertone. Good for drama, crime, history and more. Also available without the harmonica, making it a more ethereal, reflective underscore track. All live performance; no computers. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 84 BPM]
Hip and cool, this retro jazzy piece features trumpet and bass. Mid-tempo, bright intense track, with strong drumbeat, piano, and a remarkable wind-section theme, it is perfect for creating an upbeat, yet hazy atmosphere. Great for productions that require a jazzy vibe, such as films, shows, commercials ,and others. This soundscape puts you in a room with great musicians. [Tempo: Medium / 144 BPM]
The Entertainer, the famous piano ragtime by Scott Joplin. Recorded exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com by D Hamilton. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
Fun background music with a swing feel. Played by melodic acoustic piano, live bass, groovy brush drums and uplifting shaker. Great for children project, family album, video game, flash animation or anything that needs chic retro music on the one hand and modern funny tune on the other. [Tempo: Medium / 127 BPM]
A glorious and determined orchestral soundtrack perfect for a grand and majestic film score, cinematic trailers, and heroic themes portraying glory and honour, perhaps the victorious return of a hero from battle, setting out on an epic journey, or a swashbuckling adventure. Features orchestra, epic drums and choir. [Tempo: Medium / 92 BPM]
A beautiful orchestral arrangement of Morning Mood from the Peer Gynt suite, by Edward Grieg. Recorded exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com by D Hamilton. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
A strong military feel lead by snare drum mixed with electric guitar and trumpet melody, orchestral strings and other percussion. Great for contemporary dramas, documentaries and film scores looking for a blend of military, rock and orchestral music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 90 BPM]
Classical 'beautiful yet haunting' film score with symphonic strings, like music from classic retro movies. Loving, mysterious and emotional. Softer part with piano, flute and strings joining later on at 0:32. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 132 BPM]
Emotional drama music with strings and steel guitar. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 65 BPM]
Piano music. Repetitive piano patterns interweave through each other creating a reflective and pensive atmosphere. Poignant and soulful, feelings of loss and longing are evoked. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 90 BPM]
Male bluesman belts out the truth about day-in-day-out reality. Memphis blues with full horn section, drawing from the big B.B. King Orchestra sound. References to work, marriage, drinking, and ultimately life and death; this hardened bluesman is even brash enough to tell the Grim Reaper to come back later. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 93 BPM]
A swinging version of the classic jazz number, St. Louis Blues, with male vocal. This song, written by W. C. Hardy, was first published in 1914 and the song came into public domain in USA on January 1st, 2010. This version was performed and recorded by the Lynne Music Project in 2024, featuring Dirk J J van der Merwe 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, 2010. Outside the USA, you must investigate your own country's copyright laws before using this music.] [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 150 BPM]
Soft ballad recorded with piano trio. Jazz music suitable for background music, relaxed situations and smooth projects. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 80 BPM]
A touching and poignant piano piece, performed on an old upright piano with organ background chords. Nostalgic, with an 'old' sound, this very slow moving track has emotional depth and a sense of melancholy. Thoughtful / Reflective / Emotive. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 55 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]
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 smooth, easy, playful and delightful version of the old classic song Makin' Whoopee. This song was composed by Walter Donaldson, with lyrics by Gus Kahn, and was first published in 1928. The song came into public domain in USA on January 1st, 2024. This recording was created, performed and recorded by the Lynne Music Project in 2024, featuring vocals by Tom Savage. [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: Slow, Medium / 100 BPM]
An uptempo, groovy and swinging jazz piano track. Jazz trio featuring acoustic piano, acoustic bass and drums. Classic jazz fusion / jazz club type material. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 142 BPM]
Thoughtful solo piano. Peaceful, haunting, meditative. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
John P. Sousa's famous march, Semper Fidelis, marching band. Recorded exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com by D Hamilton. [Tempo: Medium / 0 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]
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]
Playful, jazzy swing. Cheeky, happy, joyful and lighthearted. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 60 BPM]
Cool and cruisin' Jazz Trio. Performed and recorded live in studio. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 88 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]
A romantic and somewhat serious piece of melancholy, longing, love and storytelling. Small orchestra with solo violin. Bittersweet, passionate, emotional melodies. Good for drama, culture/history, personal stories, filmscore. [Tempo: Slow / 75 BPM]
Dark, powerful, moody, grand, regal, cinematic, serene, spacious, sedate, dreamy, elegant, reflective, thoughtful, modern orchestral piece with a hints of Thomas Newman to it. Sublime, beautiful, graceful, sad, serious & melancholic. Would suit dramatic / romantic / historic / military type projects. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 65 BPM]
Feelings of home and family are tangible in this thoughtful “Americana” music track. Acoustic bass carefully supports the old-timey, sweet melody, played on guitar and banjo. Fitting for sentimental moments in countryside dramas. Sweet / Banjo / Sense of Home music. [Tempo: Slow / 98 BPM]
Moody piano and Russian balalaika over a building, freely played drum and bass groove. Exotic, mysterious and melancholy. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
A mellow, easy-going and tasteful jazz piano track. Lounge piano / Solo piano. Suitable for dinner parties, romantic scenes, reflection, love, memories etc. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
An emotional, somewhat melancholic piece, but with an uplifting and heartfelt feel to it. Features a gentle piano and emotive strings, it gives a sense of hope and longing, great for drama and personal stories. Or perhaps scenes of inspiring landscapes, soaring over land and sea, nature, the natural world, discovery, adventure, love, loss, hope and reflection. [Tempo: Slow / 120 BPM]
Barrels of beer, partying and fun. A short track that illustrates the spirit of Oktoberfest in Germany. [Tempo: Fast / 100 BPM]
Feelings of elegance with a whiff of perfume in a night filled with romance. This jazz track features piano and warm cello melodies with bass and drums. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 60 BPM]
Accordion piece with a Paris / France / Europe feel. [Tempo: Slow / 99 BPM]
French folk piece. Presented in two versions, lasting 37 seconds and 18 seconds respectively. [Tempo: Medium / 75 BPM]
Slow, beautiful, spacious, serene, reflective, moody, thoughtful, weepy, dreamy, melancholic piano piece with ethereal fx in the background. Soft, magical, meaningful, sublime, sentimental, touching & wondrous. Would suit dramatic / romantic / documentary / military / requiem / historic type projects. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 52 BPM]
Traditional Dixieland jazz featuring authentic stride piano and muted trumpet. Great party music! Old-time jazz-like theme, it brings to mind Woody Allen movies and other productions that have that upbeat, jazzy, 30s vibe. Up-tempo, fun, and a bit quirky, it is the perfect track for productions that require a funny, yet elegant soundscape, such as comedies, period pieces, and others. [Tempo: Fast / 240 BPM]
Raw country blues. Acoustic slide guitar over piano, bass & drums. [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 145 BPM]
Frederic Chopin Prelude in E Minor, Op. 28, No. 4. Arranged for string quintet. 100% live string quintet performance - no computers, no samples. Arranged and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
