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.
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]
Piano and String Ensemble over modern Percussion elements and big Orchestral Drums. Longing for something with a hopeful drive, emotional and determined. Growing in stature and energy, before returning to a reflective breakdown and delivering a powerful conclusion. Uplifting / Inspirational / Amazement Music. [Tempo: Medium / 120 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]
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]
Provocative Eastern tinged cello lines add mystery and intrigue to this brooding underscore. A mournful female vocal sings over sweeping chords at 1:21. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
All live performed, genuine African drum ensemble. Recorded live in one take by the Shabani Jabiri Bakari ensemble from Bagamoyo, Tanzania. "Ikibwenga" means strong men. The tribes men have dance competitions, for example to get a wife, or as other competitions between men in that tribe. Music inspired by the Nyakyusa tribe from Songea, in the Southern part of Tanzania. [Tempo: Medium / 103 BPM]
A live performed recording of this traditional Celtic / Irish folk tune. Old Town / World Heritage / Historical Music. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 122 BPM]
Chopin's famous and wonderful Minute Waltz in Db major for piano. Recorded exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com by D Hamilton. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
A marimba-led pastiche of the neutral tension building film scores of the 80's and early 90's. Think Rain Man / X Files. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 87 BPM]
An airy, breeze-like sequence of echoey bell-tones. Various bell patterns cascade, creating a heightened atmosphere of excitement and mystery. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 120 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]
Mozart String Quartet No. 2 in D Major K155/134a Movement 2. Andante. Classical music arranged and recorded by the Allegro String Ensemble exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com. Live performance. No computers, no samples. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
The famous Vivaldi's 'Summer Presto' from Four Seasons, but a trailerized, action-filled and epic version with some good clock ticking sounds in between phrases. Raw, fast and exciting. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 160 BPM]
It's night time and you're deep in the outback of Australia under the stars. There's something in that drink that you were just given by the local aborigine tribe, and you start to feel yourself floating off...this is going to be a wild trip. Atmospheric beds, didgeridoo, ethnic flute. For travel documentaries, yoga videos or any scenes involving mind altering drugs and dream sequences. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
A typical / atypical orchestral action trailer that builds up slowly and then unfolds in a choir. Inspired by epic trailer music and grand, cinematic emotions. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 133 BPM]
Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 1 in B-flat Major Hob.III:1; Op. 1 No. 1 'La chasse'. Movement 4: Minuet - Trio. Classical music recorded with a string quartet live in studio, exclusively for Lynne Publishing by the Allegro String Ensemble. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
Beautiful, yet melancholic acoustic guitar piece, with a feeling of Baltic winters and icy landscapes. [Tempo: Slow / 70 BPM]
Minimalist solo piano. Mysterious and reflective. Great for historical, factual, documentary, the arts, drama, fantasy, psychological thriller/horror and much more. [Tempo: Medium / 115 BPM]
Gustav Holst - The Planets, Op. 32: I. Mars, the Bringer of War. Arranged and recorded with real live orchestra, exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
A pensive and mysterious underscore, suitable for crime investigation, dark drama or documentary. Nervous and with a sense of movement, ticking time, hidden clues waiting to be discovered. [Tempo: Medium / 80 BPM]
Time for Tango with this dramatic accordion-based piece. Violin and piano add harmonic texture punctuated by Latin percussion and contra bass. Suitable for comedy, dramedy and all manner of sticky situations. [Tempo: Medium / 126 BPM]
Alessandro Marcello, Concerto for Oboe and Strings in D minor: II. Adagio. Keyboard transcription by J. S. Bach. Performed live in studio by renowned concert pianist Vadim Chaimovich. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
A fresh and inspiring ambient track that builds to a satisfying climax. Cool, airy and spacious. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 86 BPM]
Johann Sebastian Bach - Cello Suite No. 3 in C major, BWV 1009, V. Bourree for String Quintet. 100% live string quintet performance - no computers, no samples. Arranged and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Organic splinters of sound weaving patterns over deep tones & fractured chords. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
Laid-back, minimal synths and pianos, finger-snapping groove. Chilled and slowly swaying. Can be used for advertising, health, development and creativity, as a background track for many types of media and storytelling. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 90 BPM]
Classical music by George Frideric Händel: Water Music Suite No. 2, HWV 349. Movement 15: Bourrée in D Major. Live orchestra recording, performed and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium / 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]
This track takes you to a happy place of relaxation and fun. Subtle vocals rise and fall to add to this magical place. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 105 BPM]
Frederic Chopin, Impromptu No. 1 in A flat Major, Op. 29. Performed live in studio by renowned concert pianist Vadim Chaimovich, exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
Neo-classical music with a European feel, a sense of history and culture. Serious music combined with quirky comedy. Will suit classic movies, circus, theater, silent movie, Europe, culture, history, political satire and more. [Tempo: Medium, Fast, Very fast / 112 BPM]
Mozart String Quartet No. 4 in C Major K157 Movement 2. Andante. Classical music arranged and recorded by the Allegro String Ensemble exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com. Live performance. No computers, no samples. [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 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]
A steady, somewhat sneaky and dark track that feels like plotting and scheming. It utilizes a solo cello, solo french horn, and string orchestra. Great for a period drama or palace intrigue. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 100 BPM]
Felix Mendelssohn: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Op.44 No.1: Movement 3. Andante espressivo ma con moto. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Ambient and dreamy yet urban and speedy this track mixes emotional piano and strings with a fast Drum & Bass groove. Great for time lapses, commercials, late night cityscapes and corporate projects blending traditional and modern ideas. [Tempo: Fast / 160 BPM]
Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 63 in D Major, Hob.III:63 ; Op.64 No.5 'The Lark': Movement 2: Adagio. Recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
A lonely piano melody gently plays out on top of dark strings and synths. A sense of moving on from a terrible past, but not without scars. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 62 BPM]
Sergei Rachmaninoff - 10 Preludes, Prelude No. 10 in G-flat Major, Op. 23, Largo. Performed and recorded by Abigail Mettry exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Epic orchestral music, with a soaring melody and energizing percussion section. Suitable for nature documentaries, as it captures the grandeur and excitement of a helicopter ride around an untamed wilderness. It could also work well in promos - introducing an exciting new product or company. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
A vibey, indie-sounding tune with a sense of melancholy. Drums reflects the running of a clock. Great as music for montages or time elapsing. Includes vocals. [Tempo: Slow / 112 BPM]
Dynamic, sequential, spacious track in Liquid Drum and Bass style. Catchy, ethereal main theme. Technological, corporate, positive and motivating music, suitable for corporate videos, presentations, vlogs, and more. Great for sports and active lifestyle, too. [Tempo: Fast / 170 BPM]
Joseph Haydn - Symphony No. 104 ("London Symphony") in D Major, Hob. I:104. Movement 2: Andante. Arranged and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Edvard Grieg: Moods, Op. 73, No. 4: Folketone (Folksong). Classical music performed and recorded by concert pianist Zelimir Panic, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Ludwig van Beethoven - Piano Sonata No. 25 in G minor, Op. 79, second movement, Andante. Performed and recorded by Abigail Mettry exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
This track starts with a pulsating sense of anticipation, with underscore ethereal strings. Minimal acoustic guitar, fills in the mood, to create the emotion of the sun rising as the mist disappears. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
Antonin Dvorak: Symphony No. 9 'Z noveho sveta, From the New World' in E minor, Op. 95: 4. Allegro con fuoco. Classical music recorded by D Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Whether you need a cool and classy background for your presentation, or a mellow and elegant theme for your video or podcast, this track will sit well in your production. A sophisticated and modern mix of a smooth and groovy beat, melodic and harmonic tones, and calming and serene vibes. A modern and fresh track that will enchant and delight your listeners. [Tempo: Slow / 70 BPM]
Frederic Chopin Preludes Op. 28: Prelude No. 13, Lento in F-sharp major, C.178. Classical music performed and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing by concert pianist Želimir Panić. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
