Historical: Older History / AncientSuggested Production Type

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This is where we put the music that we feel is suitable for historical documentaries and films from any period before the 1920's. Be it the early 20th century America or even older going back to ancient times to explore Egyptian pyramids or South American Mayan culture, I guess you could say that this music would be suitable for use on the History Channel. You'll find a lot of classical music here, as well as folk / ambient and other music genres.

Conveying a sense of warmth and contemplation, this piece of orchestral Americana would suit scenes depicting the great expanse of the beautiful Western landscape and sky. Also good for natural beauty, amazing scenes, adventure and fantasy. [Tempo: Slow / 0 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]

This lively & mischievous filmic sounding leitmotif builds from quizzical phrases into busy, bustling orchestration that hurries along with occasional humorous hesitations. Evoking excitement & magic or the busy drudgery of the working day. Matched in style & character to other Elliot Simon’s tracks, Another Lovely Day, The Secret Path, A Midnight Symphony, Hotel Tango and An Unfortunate Incident. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 108 BPM]

Dark and ominous, foreboding and haunting, cinematic track. Great for historical battles, epic armies, horde, invaders, war etc. [Tempo: Medium / 112 BPM]

Action-packed orchestral chase scene with traditional Arabic musical influences. Harmonic minor scale. Featuring dramatic strings and drums, with the occasional sting of the dulcimer. Perfect for a fight, race, or epic battle scene. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 118 BPM]

Chopin Mazurka in A minor op. 17 no. 4 Solo Piano. Performed live in studio by renowned concert pianist Vadim Chaimovich. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]

Traditional styled Polish Folk dance performed with suka biłgorajska, accordion and frame drum. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 61 BPM]

A passionate, serious and somewhat sorrowful track with full orchestra, epic tribal drums and a solo female voice. The powerful orchestra and marching drums contrast with the fragile and emotional vocal. Could be about human struggle and oppression. Sadness and loss, struggle against hopeless odds, hope and aspirations, epic love. Also available in a 'Rock version' which adds rock guitars and drums to the mix for even more punch and power. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 90 BPM]

A mystical cinematic cue with an ancient egyptian and far eastern tone. It features cinematic percussion, the beautiful and haunting Duduk and lush strings. The It has a spiritual, emotionally intense mood that is captivating, powerful and gripping. Excellent for cinematic work, spiritual and religious video and biographical or documentary footage requiring something that will emotionally stir the viewer. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]

A beautiful version of the famous Beethoven piano piece, Moonlight Sonata. An alternative version "with pedal noises" is also available, where the natural sound of the piano's food pedal has been included in the recording. Recorded exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com by D Hamilton. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]

A happy, jolly Irish folk style track. Various Irish pipes, hand drums, clapping and feet stomping, etc. Medieval feel, a feast at the castle, etc. This track also comes in an 'Extended Intro' version where a soft, wistful, nostalgic Irish theme is playing for a minute before the main track sets in. The 1-minute soft intro is also available by itself. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]

A beautiful and haunting track featuring piano and a full symphony that will work for scenes of mystery, intrigue and story telling. [Tempo: Slow / 80 BPM]

Short charming piano piece with beautiful melodies. Thoughtful and playful at the same time. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]

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This track has a cinematic, mystical and desolate tone that is remiscent of music from the Last Temptation of Christ. Its' somber mood would work nicely in cultural, historical, epic or spiritual film and video, as well historical documentaries or even a battlefield with fallen troops. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]

The Sami, also known as Lapps, are the indegenous people of Northern Scandinavia. Hailing from northern parts of Norway, Sweden, Finland and Russia (the Kola Peninsula), their lives and appearance have a lot in common with Native Americans. Their music is dominated by the unique and easily recognizable Joik (or Yoik) which again lends similarities to the chanting vocal styles of Native American music. It is often accompanied by a simple hand drum beat. We also offer an instrumental version, which is really just a drone and a hand drum beat, and could be used for any indigenous, ancient, tribal or native music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 50 BPM]

Set of 3 music loops
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Beethoven 6th Symphony Op. 68 (Pastoral Symphony) in F major, 1st Movement (Excerpt). Arranged and recorded by Bryan Chi. A happy and simple melody that depicts the joy of arriving at counrtyside. Fresh air and beautiful nature. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]

Set of 3 Stems (03:54)
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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]

An epic and rousing track for fantasy, adventure, sci-fi and amazing feats. Features actual live performed orchestral instruments in combination with samples. Valiant, grand, awe inspiring. Big orchestral sound with choir. The "Percussion only" mix is a great battle percussion soundtrack in its own right. [Tempo: Medium / 108 BPM]

17th century style harpsichord. Baroque, historical ballroom dancing. Happy and lively. Available in Piano version, Organ version and Harpsichord version. [Tempo: Medium / 94 BPM]

Beautiful solo piano waltz was made in a French cinematic retro traditions. Very romantic and sincere. Well suited to romantic projects, love affairs, retro movie, wedding. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]

An epic and rousing track for fantasy, adventure, epic trailers. A haunting, sorrowful opening is followed by strong, passionate, epic orchestra and choir. Valiant and emotional. Full orchestra with choir and soprano vocal. Available in various different version/mixes. Features actual live performed orchestral instruments and live performing soprano vocalist in combination with samples. [Tempo: Slow / 77 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]

Set of 6 music loops
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Frederic Chopin - Etudes, Etude No. 4 in A minor, Op. 25, Agitato. Solo piano. Performed and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing by Abigail Mettry. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]

Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart: Symphony No. 25 in G minor, K.183: Movement 3. Menuetto e Trio. Classical music recorded by D Hamilton exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]

Celtic, Irish or medieval styled track with guitars, percussion, Irish flute and bag pipes. This one keeps building as it progresses and the mood keeps picking up. Soothing, uplifting and homely. [Tempo: Medium / 63 BPM]

Set of 3 music loops
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John Henry Hopkins, Jr. - We Three Kings, traditional Christmas Carol Music in e Minor. Reflective and poignant solo piano version. Music performed and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing by Abigail Mettry. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]

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Johann Sebastian Bach: Notebooks for Anna Magdalena Bach, Menuet in F major, BWV Anh.113. Classical music performed live in studio, exclusively for Lynne Publishing, by concert pianist Želimir Panić. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]

A feeling of being lost in an unknown place - seeing a way out only turns into another mirage or magical deception. Also great for investigation, analyzing, searching for secrets, piecing together a puzzle. [Tempo: Slow / 120 BPM]

Set of 4 Stems (04:18)
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Repetitious string staccatos slowly usher in stoic brass and other orchestra components until the final crescendo where the choir joins in. The end of a journey, whether physical or spiritual, plays well with this dramatic and uplifting cue. Salvation is reached! [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 100 BPM]

A set of Irish jigs arranged for fiddle and guitar, with contemporary and fusion influences. Lively, full of energy, and authentic. This track has two titles because this is traditionally how many Irish pub tunes are performed, as a double set of short tunes, the first leading directly into the second. [Tempo: Fast / 120 BPM]

A strong, staccato, orchestral march with a very slight Eastern feel. Music for a grand adventure, epic journeys, perhaps marching off to new lands. Exciting, foreign, exotic and heroic. Hollywood film score music for a family movie, action movie, adventure movie. Grand / Sweeping / Adventure. (A note about the version described as 'Stage Mix': This version is recorded with the reverb/ambiance of a concert hall, making it sound somewhat more 'distant' from the listener and, some would say, more 'live') [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 98 BPM]

Old and rhythmic piano music. This fast music track will fit well for funny, comedy and old movies. Stride piano music. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]

Johann Strauss Sr. - Radetzky March, Op. 228. Arranged and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]

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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]

An epic, uplifting fantasy music track with driving staccato strings, ladies choir, and piano. French horns add power and weight alongside rhythmic guitar. A number of synth elements add additional colour. The track hits a number of highs before concluding with a calming passage. Amazement, wonderment music. Also available without the choir. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 73 BPM]

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A mystical cinematic cue inspired by world music from The Last Temptation of Christ. It features the beautiful and haunting Duduk, Turkish Ney, droning indian tambura, magical throat singing and lush strings layered with synthesizer. It has a spiritual, emotionally intense mood that is captivating, powerful and gripping. Excellent for cinematic work, spiritual and religious video and biographical or documentary footage requiring something that will emotionally stir the viewer. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]

A delicate, fragile and romantic piece with a traditional European feel. Solo violin and accordeon backed by mandolin, string section and acoustic guitar. Lyrical and elegant, with a sense of dignity and melancholy. Can be France, Italy, Sicily or more Eastern Europe. Good for historical productions, travel and exploration, period drama and more. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 60 BPM]

Julius Fučík: Entry of the Gladiators (Alternate titles: Entrance of the Gladiators. Einzug der Gladiatoren. Thunder and Blazes.) Probably the most famous, most used piece of Circus Music in the world. Full orchestra arrangement. Arranged and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]

Piano performance of the Beethoven Moonlight Sonata. [Tempo: Slow / 50 BPM]

Melancholic piano melodies create a dark and sad atmosphere. [Tempo: Slow / 68 BPM]

Beethoven 7th Symphony, Op.92 in A major, Movement 1: Poco sostenuto - Vivace (Excerpt). Arranged and recorded by Bryan Chi. A cheerful and lively theme played by a small symphonic orchestra, suitable for things related to European tradition, royal events, weddings etc. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]

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Acoustic guitar solo piece. Wistful and melancholic. Heartfelt and passionate, with some Flamenco influences. Free tempo. [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]

Joseph Haydn: String Quartet No. 3 in D Major, Hob.III: 3 ; Op. 1 No. 3, Movement 1: Adagio. Classical music recorded live in studio by the Allegro String Ensemble, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]

A classical orchestral romantic movie theme, like from the classical Hollywood movies of times past. Sweeping, heavenly, emotional string sections and gentle woodwinds. Great music for love story, emotional scenes, drama, classic or retro style Hollywood movies etc. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 130 BPM]

Set of 2 music loops
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A fast paced set of traditional Irish reels. Upbeat, lively and fast paced, these are a popular set of tunes played in Irish pubs and sessions. Fiddle, guitar and bodhran begin, with flute entering at 0:36 until 01:13 when Craig's Pipes begins and the box begins playing also. These reels are great fun to listen to and dance to. This track has two titles because this is traditionally how many Irish pub tunes are performed, as a double set of short tunes, the first leading directly into the second. [Tempo: Fast / 106 BPM]

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Lyrical recorder & cello in a Clannad and Enya tinged piece. The track starts off with a soft Celtic music theme. After about 1 min 15 seconds it changes pace into a jolly forest dance, and then returns to the longing opening theme, before closing with Enya-like voice textures. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]

Set of 3 music loops
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Bach - Orchestral Suite No. 2, B minor, BWV 1067, VI. Menuet. There is also an alternative version of this, with / without the Harpsichord. Recorded exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com by Y Sazonoff. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]

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Heroic and propulsive orchestra with drums. Great for pushing a scene along, whether it be a motivational video, montage in a film, or documentary about beating the odds. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 149 BPM]

Beautiful piano-lead light rock track. Peaceful, thoughtful and slightly melancholy. Simple piano is enriched by catchy and soulful guitar melodies. [Tempo: Slow / 52 BPM]

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