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.
Snappy, bombastic and fun, this comedy music track sets a mood where mayhem, comical disaster, slapstick pranks are easily invoked. Banjo, acoustic guitar, double bass, tack piano and light drums create a pushing rhythm the for the rowdy trumpets, trombone and clarinet to springboard from. This music track is an excellent fit for all types of comedy, cooking and children’s shows. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 117 BPM]
Fun and feelgood, upbeat Gypsy Jazz / Hot Club of France style. Toe-tapping and light hearted. [Tempo: Fast / 108 BPM]
Classic, old style jazz combo. Piano, Upright bass, brush drums. Nice and easy going, relaxing, classic jazz. Vibraphone and strings enter later. Classy, timeless. [Tempo: Medium / 105 BPM]
This reflective and pensive track features piano and strings. It evokes images of someone deep in thought, reflecting on the past, reminiscing on fond memories, tender and heartfelt. It has an introspective feel to it, making it ideal for moments of reflection, hope, love, personal experiences, and sentimental, emotional storytelling. [Tempo: Slow / 100 BPM]
Fun and feelgood, upbeat Gypsy Jazz / Hot Club of France style. Toe-tapping and light hearted. [Tempo: Fast / 120 BPM]
A track of sparse piano against a dark keyboard pad - accompanied by a beautiful ribbon mic recording of a real rainstorm from my friend's porch. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
George Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue, IGG 15 (Excerpt). Arranged and recorded by Bryan Chi. A classic that mixes classical and jazz. The use of mixing symphonic orchestra with big band horns is reminiscent of early American shows such as 'Tom and Jerry'. [The 'Rhapsody in Blue' composition entered the public domain on January 1, 2020. However, copyrights still exist in the many different sound recordings made of this track; including this one by Bryan Chi.] [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
Tense / Bustling / Active / Urgent / Mystical / Pulsating Music. Small orchestra soundtrack piece, featuring live performed orchestral instruments, suitable as music for film and other media. [Tempo: Fast / 160 BPM]
Traditional country swing. Homey, happy, relaxed and rambling music track. Slide guitar, bass and simple drums. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 107 BPM]
This simple, acoustic western music piece is tranquil and cheerful. Its airy, sparse beauty can underscore a magnification of the simple, everyday things without needing polish. Its interweaving acoustic and resonator slide guitars are like vines growing upward. The acoustic bass keeps the piece rooted. A great piece for dramas, love themes needing a western touch, and sentimental documentaries. Old West / Airy / Dreamy music. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 78 BPM]
A heartening and cinematic music track, starting as a slow ambient piano music. It is slowly and gradually rising into an epic track brought by full orchestra with large percussion ensemble. Building up / Rising / Passionate Music. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 95 BPM]
An upbeat folk pop song that draws upon vivid imagery. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
1930's era newsreel background, also circus or parade. Soundalike, historical, bouncy, happy. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 127 BPM]
Inspired by Ludovico Einaudi and Yann Tiersen, this emotional piano solo music track is suited for drama and deep storytelling. The arpeggiated movement throughout the piece evokes a sense of purpose and achievement. And the classical simetry of the main melody brings a sense of order to things. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 120 BPM]
Historical, waltz rhythm with piano and orchestra. European or Hebrew cultural history. Period 1900-1940 approx. Also nice for silent film. [Tempo: Medium / 87 BPM]
A cheeky and fun nostalgic orchestral march a-la Wallace and Gromit. Reminiscent of old motivational films with a slightly wartime vibe. Upbeat. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Fun and upbeat, old-time jazz / vintage jazz. Cheeky, feel-good, toe-tapping, retro jazz with clarinet, saxophone, guitars, upright bass and drums. (Stem files available). [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 90 BPM]
A Russian influenced track great for comedies, dramas, travel, commercials or any project in need of a Russian folk soundtrack. Features Three Balalaika's and Accordion. Can also be Italian, French, Jewish. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 55 BPM]
A swing jazz track with sneaky energy, ideal for setting the scene for a high-stakes bank heist. Its playful yet suspenseful mood captures the essence of a daring escape, making it a perfect fit for action-packed sequences, capers, or any thrilling moment where the characters outwit their pursuers in style. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 130 BPM]
A tender and emotional solo piano piece, suitable for drama, romance and storytelling, perhaps dearly held memories, reflection, loss or bittersweet love stories. Hopeful, reflective and sentimental. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Warm, laid-back, old-time jazz/big band romantic music. This 1940s soft jazz piece features saxophones, trombones, trumpets and clarinets that evokes a feeling of romance, love, reminiscing and reflection. Think forties jazz lounge or ballroom with a relaxed and easy-going mood. [Tempo: Slow / 0 BPM]
Happy-going jazz tune with the rather unusual instrumentation, accordion and upright bass. Has a sense of the old and traditional. Perhaps old Europe or old world travels etc. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 68 BPM]
Octave laden piano and plucked strings highlight a dark romantic mafia sound within this piece of music. This would work perfectly with an Italian, Sicilian or Spanish mob or Mafioso character within film or television. There is some similarity to the style of the theme from “The Godfather.” This could also be used to illustrate an unusual romance. [Tempo: Slow / 91 BPM]
Swinging big band jazz instrumental. Sax section belts out a bouncing melody, answered by trumpets and trombones. Sound reminiscient of the great big bands from 1940-1960 era. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 152 BPM]
Slow, dreamy Americana / Acoustica with a haunting, solemn, sound. Beautiful and introspective, melancholic and nostalgic. Acoustic guitar, mellotron, and an old upright piano with a very nostalgic sound. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 47 BPM]
An emotive and hopeful solo piano track. Emotional, reflective and slightly melancholic, perfect for film and television, personal stories, drama, romance, as well as scenes of reflection, reminiscing about the past, love, hope and reflection. Gentle, sentimental and warm-hearted. [Tempo: Slow / 105 BPM]
Santa Lucia is a traditional Neapolitan / Italian song. This song is very popular around the world and been performed by many celebrities up to this day. Good for wedding ceremonies, celebrations, travel shows and more. Available in a Piano and/or Guitar version, recorded 100% live in 24-bit High Definition. The famous melody that everybody knows and loves starts from about 27 seconds in. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 80 BPM]
Dramatic, dark and pounding orchestral style music, suitable for a battle scene or a dramatic trailer. [Tempo: Medium / 80 BPM]
Emotional and soulful piano waltz. Classical/Contemporary, Piano Music. Love, Sad, Nostalgic, Soft/Smooth, Peaceful/Calm, Soulful, Melancholic/Sentimental, Gentle/Tender. Piano. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
A passionate and emotive French / European accordeon waltz that captures the spirit of France, Paris and everything traditional French. Heartfelt and genuine. [Tempo: Medium / 192 BPM]
Slow, mellow & peaceful piano-lead, modern orchestral track. Sombre, sedate, serene and with an air of melancholy to it. Contains piano, strings & synth fx. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 50 BPM]
Brass plays a melody full of hope and heroism, accompanied by orchestra and percussion. Perhaps an epic journey has begun, and optimism abounds. [Tempo: Slow / 144 BPM]
Subtle, delicate and sparse waltz with glassy bells and high piano. Tasteful, graceful and frail. Good for drama, personal reflection, melancholic scenes. This piece has a slight historical feel to it as well -- perhaps memories or times gone by. Pretty and pastoral. [Tempo: Slow / 52 BPM]
Edvard Grieg: Lyric Pieces, Op. 12, No. 2: Waltz. Classical music performed and recorded by concert pianist Zelimir Panic, exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
Warm, comforting and loving piece, performed live on piano and violin. Elegant, tasteful and beautiful. Fragile and delicate. Melancholic but hopeful. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
A melancholic, nostalgic, drama- or film underscore cue. Thoughtful reflection, melancholy. Good for romantic drama, personal stories, emotional content. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 85 BPM]
A joyful, live performed, accordeon piece conveying the mood of European cities, perhaps German beer drinking festivals, historical Paris, Amsterdam or Budapest, or street life in Europe, any Eureopan city, fairground, amusement park, merry-go-round etc. Relaxed, playful, historical, cultural. Also good for kids' animation, casual games and much more. [Tempo: Fast / 156 BPM]
Expressive and sentimental piano music with a flowing melody. Gentle / Fragile / Warm / Wistful. [Tempo: Slow / 80 BPM]
A traditional / classic French song that captures the spirit of France. Plaisir d'amour (literally "The pleasure of love") is a classical French love song written in 1784 by Jean-Paul-gide Martini (1741–1816); it took its text from a poem by Jean-Pierre Claris de Florian (1755–1794), which appears in his novel Clestine. We have this available as a Vocal version and an Instrumental version. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 140 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]
Military percussion with orchestral brass and strings communicate patriotism and honor in this epic and inspiring track. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Irresistably bitter-sweet, warm, inviting and sensual with a dark undertow. French inspired. [Tempo: Slow / 110 BPM]
A traditional Jazz Combo instrumental version of the classic song 'Mack the Knife' in a fun, swing-time jazz arrangement. Great background jazz music, with a slightly vintage or retro feel. Classy, tasteful and breezy, with jazz drums, piano, guitar, horns and saxophone. (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: Medium, Fast / 156 BPM]
An emotional and inspirational, cinematic music featuring full orchestra sound, and big drums creating a heroic vibe. Great for trailers, films, TV shows and commercials. [Tempo: Fast / 125 BPM]
A dark and determined, forceful and methodical, orchestral march. Relentlessly marching on, an awesome force. Dark / Foreboding / Relentless / Doom-laden / Forceful. [Tempo: Medium / 95 BPM]
Film soundtrack, calm, relaxing and piano driven. Old Acoustic vintage piano. Reflective / Contemplative / Nostalgic music track. [Tempo: Slow / 90 BPM]
A solo piano piece with some reminiscences of impressionist music period [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 50 BPM]
An emotional, orchestral track that combines a feeling of honor, glory and amazing achievements, with that of reflection. Honorable, valiant, rousing - but also fragile, even delicate. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 140 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]
A classical sounding piece featuring piano and strings. Haunting and beautiful, romantic, delicate and fragile. Good for romantic drama, historical drama. A slight sense of old Europe, perhaps France or just a European influence. Slightly melancholic, but warm, heartfelt and emotional. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 0 BPM]
