Orchestral jazz is a jazz genre developed in the United States in the 1920s, although it has proceeded to be performed to this day, often in the form of string accompaniments to big bands.
Among the most significant composers of Orchestral jazz was Duke Ellington, developing his mode at Harlem's Cotton Club in the late 1920s and early 1930s.
As early as the 1910s there had been dance orchestras playing the popular songs of the day along with a smattering of jazz. But the first to truly perform and record orchestral jazz was Fletcher Henderson, starting in about 1923, who gathered from smaller quintets and sextets a number of notable New York based players and formed the ...
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A jazzy, mellow track with a beautiful, unforgettable melody line played by jazz guitar. Very inspirational, smooth, sophisticated and yet unobtrusive. Works great for romantic and nostalgic atmospheres. An extended version is available, with extra solos by trombone and acoustic guitar. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
A jazzy, climactic full jazz orchestra ending in the Style of Leonard Bernstein for bit Hollywood nostalgic or parody production. Or for the cast is all of a sudden start Rat Pack dancing... It happens! Happy Jazz build up to a huge serious climax and an elated conclusion. Fanfare Broadway fun showy, Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Big time romance! Mellow, laidback, dreamy, love in the afternoon. A flower-strewn bed, rich lifestyles, relaxing on a sunny beach by the Mediterranean. Angelic & Alluring -- Lighthearted female choir. A fusion of Jazz & Bossa Nova, acoustic guitar, string ensemble, piano, trombone, drums & bass. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Full jazz fusion Orch/electronic soundscape with anticipation and suspense building to powerful and rich world percussion, beautiful live flute section and a driving and uplifting end section. Geat feel for motivation, building together uniting together to a common goal, Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Great big band jazz featuring fabulous horn section accompanied by piano and drums. Song is reminiscent of the big band sound of the 1930's and 1940's. Bands such as Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey and Lawrence Welk become alive. Song is great for TV and movies. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
The Roaring Twenties and big city flair are easily imagined with this small ensemble track. Horns and woodwinds play its snappy melody over a tight rhythm section of piano, guitar, tuba and drums. Superb for comedy, light-hearted themes and 1920’s period pieces. 1920s-40s / Early Jazz / Cosmopolitan, Instrumental, Jazz, Boogie-woogie
This upbeat and swinging jazz piece gives off the sassy flare of the American 1920's with pizazz. Its small ensemble arrangement features clarinets, muted horns, piano, thumping double bass and tight, light drums. This is great fit for comedy, light-hearted web videos and early American period, Instrumental, Jazz, Boogie-woogie
Groovy big band jazz sound with a flowing horn section and powerful drums. A groovy, driving, enticing, dramatic and exciting sound for any retro film or t.v. episode. Makes you want to get up and boogie on down the old time dance floor. Great for a World War 2 epic. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
This jazzy, small ensemble piece is great for inspiring comedic moments and images of that swanky, big city 1920’s / 1930's lifestyle. Its clarinets and horns swing on top of a rhythm section of piano, tuba and drums. Great for comedy, dramedy, historical period pieces and dramas. Swinging / Easy /, Instrumental, Jazz, Cabaret
Upbeat Jazzy song about gambling away your sorrows and hoping for a profitable outcome. High energy guitars pair along piano and bass. Works well in fun ads, chase scenes, and action scenarios. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
'Sip of Cold Jazz' is a beautiful and intense classic jazz composition in the retro style of the 50s, with a pleasant orchestral sound and an inspiring mood. Ideal for historical, documentary, commercial, marketing, background presentations, Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Smooth sophisticated relaxing romantic bright bouncy pulsating swinging warm vibrant happy loving tender pensive contemplative accepting alluring feel-good mood-enhancing light lively toe-tapping jazzy lounge Pop-Jazz vocal Ala Michael Buble Frank Sinatra great for internet radio mall music dancing, Male Vocals, Pop, Pop-Jazz
A swinging and hip Charleston style big band song harkening back to the olden days of the 1920s. Fun, upbeat, slightly frantic, danceable and ready for the big ballrooms. Full real horn section with clarinet, sax and trumpet melodies. Great for a documentary, film noir or oldies dance scene. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
A jazzy-classical orchestra featuring a piano plays a cinematic, inspirational song. This epic track starts out with a touch of suspenseful uncertainty but builds to a dramatic uplifting climax. Perfect underscore for emotional scenes in movies, thoughtful documentaries and other sentimental moments, Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Mellow Music
Close your eyes and you are transported to the big band era listening to such greats as Glenn Miller, Tommy Dorsey, Count Basie, etc. Great brass with a fantastic muted trumpet solo. The song builds in intensity leaving the listener wanting more. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
International award winning orchestral jazz piece featuring vocal trio & contrabass trombone. 5 gold awards won in film festivals, this piece is about a wolf stalking a farm. Age friendly & perfect for film, thriller, drama, jazz, media, indie, family, cartoons, corporate, commercial, history & more, Female Vocals, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Jazzy trumpet and strings are the main components to this bluesy showpiece. I can feel Doc, Miles, Maynard, and Bill Chase oozing out the trumpet licks. They are precise, cool, powerful, and stratospheric. This would be great on a jazzy station, club scene, and jazz night at Carnegie Hall. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
beautiful orchestral jazz male ballad with a touch of Latin flavor cool rhythmic questioning contemplative bouncy light floating free easy hopeful dancing stirring swirling great for internet radio romantic drama mall music elevator music live show restaurant bar night club casino cruise ship lounge, Male Vocals, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Soft relaxing chill out jazz lounge instrumental. The song is perfect for television or movies where a scene requires background music so as not to interfere with dialog. The song puts the listener into a hotel lounge or bar. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Let's Go Out is clarinet over sax section, bass, piano, classical guitar, acoustic guitar, tongue drum, djembe, bongos and shakers. It harkens back to the 1940's swing era. Good for period documentaries or films. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
A Jazzy Cabaret experience for those who like to indulge in a musical ensemble of luscious instruments, and vocals. Do do do do do do do da dum. SoUnD WaVeS Music creates a thrill, builds suspense, and creates excitement for the audience. Female Vocals, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Bittersweet piano with sultry drums and vibes; a bluesy clarinet blows out into the rain-drenched street, a sad mellow jazz sound. Sounds like a Bernard Herrmann cue from Taxi Driver. Works well in crime scenes, romantic break-up, family struggle, mystery, montage scenes, film noir, documentary. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Vintage and upbeat Jazz influenced by Artie Shaw, Woody Herman and Sidney Bechet. Features clarinet, strings, piano, guitar, horns, bass and drums. Fun, light and breezy taking you back to golden age of Swing. Perfect for commercials or WWII era films and documentaries. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
A very hip, cool, retro, jazzy, film noir style instrumental track. It features a full orchestra with strings, woodwinds, brass, piano, and a steady mid-tempo beat kept by hi-hat and fingersnaps. Could be used for commercials, film, or anything needing that urban black and white vibe of crime. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Romantic with an easy going tempo and style. Ideal instrumental for the entrance of the bridal party. Love match that combines orchestral and a three piece. Late night and early morning that defeats a time and schedule. Soft and dreamy with beautiful strings that add colour and depth. Lovely piano, Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Fast action, car chases, and Prohibition are quickly conveyed in this period piece. Muted horns and clarinets blow a syncopated, swinging – quintessentially ‘20s – melody against tuba and brushed drums. Perfect for Prohibition themes, comedy, dramedy, and nutty-crazy themes. Dangerous / Sleek /, Instrumental, Jazz, Boogie-woogie
This instrumental track was inspired by the "Peter Gunn" theme and other Henry Mancini TV and movie theme from that era. It features drums, upright bass, piano, horns, strings, with a jazzy flute on the melody. It can be used for parodies of the shows, commercials, and sound-alike background music. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Elegant and swinging, this 1920s inspired small ensemble piece is great for imbuing a feeling of swankiness, bombastic melodrama and early jazz kitsch. A muted trombone plays over a tight arrangement of french horn, clarinet, drums, and piano. Excellent for comedy, travel and lifestyle, plus, Instrumental, Jazz, Boogie-woogie
A bouncy Big Band orchestrated track straight from the roaring 20's and 30's. Starts with an enchanting trombones line, continuing to cool and elegant saxophones ensemble and culminating in an frantic explosion of melody and harmony. Great for periodic films, funny commercials and detective stories. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Jazz guitar & wind orchestra arrangement of the George Gershwin classic 'Someone To Watch Over Me'. It can work both as dramatic score or background music in environments like a restaurant, bar, or club. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Jazz rendition of Bernstein and Sondheim's "Tonight" from West Side Story. I wanted to arrange the originally upbeat song to be more relaxed, rich, restrained, melancholy. It is Romeo and Juliet after all. Orchestra strings. Great for mature love and bittersweet moments. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
A great music for love story. A strings ensemble, a brilliant plan, a sweet oboe, are the setting for a sweet and dreamy romantic scene. Love song, Valentine's Day, loving, gentle, caring, simple pleasures, eternal love forever, Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Feel like some slow dancin'? Have a listen to this Smooth Silky Samba with rich orchestral strings and horns. A romantic samba beat is painted with rich emotional melodies that paint a mood of romance and slow dancing by a warm breeze in the evening of a romantic sunset. A Candlelight Dinner Delight, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
This is a romantic love story of two hearts in the rhythm of bossa nova. String orchestra, electric guitar, percussion, bass. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Nostalgic 1930's dance hall feel with a piano, upright bass, muted trumpet and brush drum base, led by a cheerful clarinet solo line, Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Lounge Music with a high chillout factor. Relax in this music and dive into a load of soul and handmade old school sounds. Have a listen to this stunning piece of music. Instrumental, Jazz, Acid Jazz, Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
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Orchestral Jazz
