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.
A warm, delicate and contemplative neo-classical piano piece which blends influences from jazz and classical. Reminiscent of the sound of Erik Satie Gymnopedie or Gnossienne works. Light as a feather, soft and soothing music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 140 BPM]
Ethereal, somber, building, sorrowful, revealing music. Themes include deep emotional impact, acceptance, isolation, despair, devestation, resignation, the inner cry of the heart. Lead cello, string pad, full orchestra, full choir. Sad / Spiritual / Melancholic Music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
Inspired by the Bhutan monk monastery, Tiger's Nest, this track features a diverse assortment of acoustic instruments from various flutes, bells, gongs and harps, as well as lush orchestral strings and huge synth sounds. The mixture of moods range from quiet and intimate, to grand and majestic. Oriental / Discovery / Travel Music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
An uplifting, epic and inspirational music track made with warm cinematic piano, cinematic orchestra, breathy vocals and epic drums. The track's structure is based on a gradual rise (starts small and then evolves towards the main climax). Uplifting / Cinematic / Epic Music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 140 BPM]
Antonin Dvorak String Quartet No. 12 'American' in F major, Op.96 ; B.179. Movement 3: Molto vivace in F major - Trio in F minor. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Hob.III: 3 ; Op. 1 No. 3, Movement 2: Minuet - Trio. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
Edvard Grieg: Lyric Pieces, Op. 62, No. 5: Drømmesyn (Visions Phantom). Classical music performed and recorded by concert pianist Zelimir Panic, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 4 in G Major, Hob.III:4 ; Op.1 No.4: Movement 3. Adagio ma non tanto. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Edvard Grieg: Lyric Pieces, Op. 71, No. 2: Sommeraften (Summer's Eve). Classical music performed and recorded by concert pianist Zelimir Panic, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
A medium tempo jazz-rock song featuring tenor saxophone, bass and drums to evoke a serene, pensive atmosphere. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 82 BPM]
A subtlely dark, stealthy and mysterious track that is also smooth and flowing. A versatile atmospheric background template. Foreboding / Fiction / Unknown. [Tempo: Slow / 80 BPM]
An uneasy, ambient rock music track with noir and electronic shades. Obsessive piano theme is gradually enriched with synths and groovy drum pattern that lead to a nervous and restless outro. [Tempo: Slow / 138 BPM]
Emotional and cathartic film score music track with passionate piano overture evolve to an intense and moving theme. Synth and piano main theme with spatial beds on the background without rhythmic instruments. [Note: This music track contains some deliberate distortion. This is done for effect and is not an error or weakness with the file.] [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 105 BPM]
Evolving Tribal-House music, deep and grooving. Ideal music for clubbing, festivals, dance music related scenes, as well as for travel, documentaries, games and media with a jungle / Africa / Rainforest / Exotic / World fusion feel. [Tempo: Medium / 120 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 / 90 BPM]
Chilled and mellow modern pop music featuring deep piano chords, arpeggios and subtle string melodies. Unwinding music, laid back and current sounding. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Moving toward better things, hope, and new surprises, this stirring Ambient track creates an aura of beauty and eternity. Its synth pads, men’s vocals, woodwinds, a bass and kick drum are artfully arranged, taking the listener on a slow-moving, pulsating journey. Media with dramatic/relationship themes is a perfect fit for this. Better Things / Sentimental / Visionary. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 107 BPM]
Orchestral hits and numerous rises and falls make this a dramatic track that tells a story. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 125 BPM]
An impressionistic piano solo that resembles Debussy's piano music. tranquil and beautiful. [Tempo: Slow / 77 BPM]
Playful and unique, this light, eclectic pop track conveys fun, originality and a spirit of youth. The arrangement is energetic, keeping its energy with the help of instrument variety (vocal synth, 808 bass, trap drums, trumpet, pad, and acoustic guitar) and pushing drums. Its enthusiasm and eclecticism make it a handsome fit for comedies, light-hearted shows, positive self-help themes, dramas, travel, financial and tech-centric programming. Multicultural and Genre-defying. [Tempo: Medium / 154 BPM]
Steady and thoughtful music. This sparse, synth-centric track conveys equal parts curiosity, seriousness and a yearning for a good outcome. Its main synth motif is accompanied by moving pads and an arpeggiator giving the track motivation and momentum to sustain emotion but leaving plenty of sonic space for narration. Great for docs, narration, medical music and tech talkovers and dramas. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 128 BPM]
Bright and sweet, this acoustic Early Country music track conveys tradition, hope, family love and anticipation of fun. Based around an upbeat 12-string guitar theme, the sparse arrangement also includes a second acoustic guitar, bass, kick drum, claps and shaker. Excellent music for family dramas and shows especially in country/rural setting. Also great music for vlogs, talkover and travel/cooking shows. Bright Mornings / Country / Hopeful. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 113 BPM]
A mystery or story unfolding music track. Interweaving patterns of notes, weaving a complex picture coming together. Music suitable for mystery, science, investigations, storytelling. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 99 BPM]
Georges Bizet: Carmen, WD 31, Act I: "Habanera". Classical music performed and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
John P. Sousa: The Stars and Stripes Forever in E-flat Major. Music performed and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Johann Strauss (Jr.): Frühlingsstimmen (Voices of Spring) in B-flat major, Op. 410. Music performed and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
A contemplative, delicate and deliciously noir piano composition. Melancholic and introspective, with a slight sense of melancholy and mystery, this is an elegantly flowing neo-classical composition. Great for drama, film, storytelling, and setting an introspective mood. We have this track in a 'clean piano version' as well as an 'old nostalgic piano version'. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
A touching, delicate and elegant 'noir' solo piano piece. Delicately flowing, with a sense of warmth and melancholy, tenderness and reflection. We have this as a normal clean piano version, and as a 'dusty old nostalgic piano sound' version. [Tempo: Slow / 72 BPM]
A pulsating tension track, combining electronic and orchestral elements. Serious, suspenseful, tension building and with a feeling of awe. The intensity increases throughout the track. Something big is approaching, as this cinematic music moves toward a strong conclusion. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
A delightful, easy, casual, light and joyful track with a slightly European, perhaps French or Italian feel. Great for culture, history, cooking, travel / vlog and exploration, holidays and fun. Light jazz ensemble. [Tempo: Medium / 142 BPM]
Ambient tech track with pulsing arpeggios and piano. Kick drum comes in at 0'38'', full arrangement at 1'16''. Sparse and atmospheric. Minimal music bed for science, technology, news and factual documentary content. [Tempo: Medium / 98 BPM]
A grand and celebrative orchestral fanfare / overture style track with a full orchestra arrangement. Festive / Rousing / Patriotic / Heroic / Regal / Valiant. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
A minimalistic and sparse ambient music track with a repeating bass figure over kalimba and subtle percussion. Light tension, time passing, observation. Useful as illustrative background music for TV, film and other media. [Tempo: Medium / 95 BPM]
Quirky / Dark / Grotesque / Sneaky. Neo-classical, light orchestral music with a subtle marching rhythm and a tango feel. Great for use with film noir, dark comedies, theater and more. Mischievous and Villainous. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 132 BPM]
A bright and active, neo-classical music piece featuring piano, flute and light orchestra. A slightly Oriental or Far East feel, with a busy, active, stirring, uplifting feel. Slightly playful or whimsical, and with a sense of movement, activity, bustling life. [Tempo: Fast / 132 BPM]
Primal and raw battle drums with battle chants. A historical or pre-historical sound of perhaps Vikings or Tribal warlords. Savages, Barbarians, Brutal warriors. Marching or maybe preparing for battle. Strong, menacing, foreboding. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 144 BPM]
Elegant and mysterious, reflective and contemplative piano music. Suitable as music for drama, storytelling, mystery and intrigue. This understated, cinematic music track has a delicate sense of contemplation. What's hiding underneath? Elegant and classic piano music. [Tempo: Slow / 66 BPM]
A moody and exotic music track with tension and suspense. Dark and alluring, with a sense of impending danger or doom. Ethnic world / Exotic / Foreign feel / Middle Eastern influence. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Medium / 85 BPM]
An orchestral and cinematic composition with a sense of pride, honor, brotherhood and legacy. Stately and patriotic. Achievement / Togetherness / Dignity / Honor / Ceremony. Available with, or without, the marching drums. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Slow / 70 BPM]
A wonderfully quaint and genuine French / European Jazz Waltz, with a hint of Gypsy Jazz or Manouche Jazz. Performed with real live instruments, this authentic waltz of France is the perfect accompaniment for anything vintage, retro, cultural or historical, related to Paris, France, or Italy, Sicily, Poland etc. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Medium / 180 BPM]
A dark, suspenseful and pensive, ambient track made with various synths, male monk voices and other pad based effects. Suspense / Dark / Apocalyptic. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 78 BPM]
Sweeping chords that glide among a landscape of natural sounds. A useful atmospheric bed for visuals such as environmental issues, ecology or the Natural World. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
Carl Philipp Emanuel Bach: Keyboard Sonata in B minor, H.245, III. Rondo espressivo. Performed live in studio by renowned concert pianist Vadim Chaimovich, exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Franz Schubert: Schwanengesang (Swan Song), D.957. 4. Ständchen. Mässig (D Minor). Full orchestra recording, classical music, arranged by Yuri Sazonoff, performed and recorded with live orchestra exclusively for Lynne Publishing, produced by Yuri Sazonoff for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
An endlessly descending soundscape of dark, distant washes, lost in the echoing reverb of a chasm-like abyss. All versions can be mixed, matched and layered to create slow, spiralling washes of atonal sound. Matched in style with the Dream Valley Music titles, Black Light, Mass Limit and Bloom. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
Cinematic music combined with more chamber feel, that later grows into big, epic blockbuster, with a huge brass ensemble. Ending as a chamber track again. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
Orchestral soundtrack with atmospheric piano melodies, lush orchestral strings which slowly build, a brief pause then back with a full crescendo of horns and choirs. Gives a feeling of achievement, victorious, triumphant. A heroes welcome return. Music for films, video games and media projects. [Tempo: Slow / 116 BPM]
Elegant and mysterious, reflective and contemplative music. Suitable as music for drama, culture and art projects. This understated, cinematic music track has a sense of mystery, intrigue, thoughtful and wistful emotions. What's hiding underneath? Elegant and classic arrangement with piano and orchestral strings. [Tempo: Medium / 122 BPM]
Piano music for film, drama, TV, video, storytelling, Contemplative and Reflective. Dreamy and Introspective. The music can help to illustrate a thoughtful scene. Evocative and poignant. [Tempo: Slow / 67 BPM]
This ambient music track is ethereal, flowing and contemporary sounding. It can convey a rich spectrum of cinematic emotion. Its arrangement is a slow swirl of transmuting analog pads, space echo, and FX, serves as an excellent background music bed for scenes with introspective qualities, like dramas, narration, self-help topics and as a canvas for flyover B-roll. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 112 BPM]