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John Altenburgh

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For 30 years, Wisconsin musician, composer, and producer John Altenburgh has been creating memorable songs in the Jazz, Blues, RnB, Classical, and Rock genres. Three of his albums have charted on the Billboard Jazz charts, and he's been featured on NBC’s Poker After Dark, Comedy Central, National Public Radio’s All Things Considered, and many more. Playing frequently live and on national syndicated Blues programs, John has been heard on Blues Deluxe, At The Crossroads, and Dan Aykroyd’s House of Blues. He has also produced albums for numerous Jazz artists, including Mike Metheny.

John Altenburgh is also leader of the band Johnny & The MoTones, and three of their albums have appeared high on Billboard's Blues charts. During 2011, their recent album, Nothin’ To Lose, has been featured on several syndicated Blues shows. John's commercial clients include Ski Doo Snowmobiles, US Cellular and JI Case.

John runs his own record label, Altenburgh Records, and has written and performed the theme song for Wisconsin Public Radio’s Route 51. Over his illustrious career, John has recorded and produced many albums, including 9 with the John Altenburgh Ensemble, and three with Johnny & The MoTones. His most recent release charted for several weeks on the World Blues Chart in 2011. In addition to producing albums for Mike Metheny, John's production talents can also be heard on albums by Rebecca Paris, Melvin Rhyne, John Greiner, and numerous others.

Altenburgh is also a music historian and has on loan, antique recording devices to the legendary Sun Studio museum as well as their recording studio. In addition, he has archived and produced recordings of the history of Wisconsin Rock Music and has been head of collections for museum exhibits

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BLUES FOR THE KILLER   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2005
Upbeat piano based boogie woogie song recorded at Sun Studios on Jerry Lee Lewis' piano. High energy shuffle blues. Also featuring the greasy sound of the tenor sax to round out this 50's type sound. Instrumental, Blues Music, Jump/Piano Blues
NO COMPENSATION   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1993
An medium uptempo jazz latin instrumental. Uplifting and energetic. The Middle section brings the feel to a more reflective, dark type of listening atmosphere. It comes back to the general theme with plenty of solos and instrumentation's along the way. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
FALLS CITY   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1996
Latin jazz song with various rhythmic changes to the beat. The minor key used gives the listener a mysterious feel, but has moments of uplifting thoughts when arriving at the bridge of the song. May be a good fit for a "searching for someone" in a spy or detective scene. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
THE BOYS OF COFFEE   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2003
Medium tempo Latin jazz song featuring guitar, with piano, upright bass and plenty of percussion. This song creates a groove that provides the listener with an experience that could be anywhere from a stroll on the beach to a situation that calls for tension. Time period, 1950's to today. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
LIVING IN A NEST   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2011
Solo piano piece incorporating classical and jazz elements setting a mood that is laid back, soulful, reflective and inspirational. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Smooth Jazz
LONG DRIVE TO SOUTH BEACH   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2003
Cuban Latin jazz inspired song. An upbeat instrumental featuring guitar backed by a rhythm and horn section. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
TIP NOT INCLUDED   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2003
An uptempo jazzy Latin song. The electric classical guitar is the main focus of this piece. It's strong riffs, chops and guitar virtuosity creates much tension, drive, drama and liveliness. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
NO BETTER DAYS THAN THESE   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1994
A light contemporary jazz song with a latin beat. Hope, good will, sentimental, love and comfort are just some of the emotions produced. Middle solo piano section does create a little tension but quickly comes back to the care-free feel to the song. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Bossa Nova Jazz
SONANDO (ALTERNATE VERSION)   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1989
Up-Tempo contemporary jazz with saxophone and synthesizer solos. Kind of space age sounding. A slower short bridge serves to rev up remainder of the song. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Jazz Fusion
IT'S ONLY A RENTAL   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1994
Up-Tempo jazz tune with a rock beat. Strong solos by guitar, piano and saxophone. Hard driving, strong and forceful. Complete with full horn section. Would be good for sports, dramatic and powerful. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Jazz Rock
ML   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1988
An uptempo Latin jazz instrumental which portrays and uplifting and positive mood. Featuring, guitar, piano and flute and arranged with full band, percussion section and horns. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
SIMMER DOWN   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1994
Instrumental jazz/blues with strong back beat. Horn section to give it some sophistication and driving solos by guitar, piano and saxphone Good crusin music,, Instrumental, Blues Music, Modern Electric Blues
BIG ORANGE FACE IN THE SKY   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2003
One of two versions of this song (Orange Face.) This song is basically in two parts, the first a slower more reflective feel. It transitions to a more uptempo rockish feel. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
THE FINAL SONG   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1994
This sentimental orchestral piece was written to invoke the reflective nature of people as they remember their youth or at the very least, a better time. As the title suggests, it could be one's final thoughts as they reflect upon their life. Instrumental, Classical Music, 20th Century
GENERATIONS   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1991
Jazzy latin rock song. Featuring the tenor saxophone. This medium tempo is bright and energetic. The mood set is one of determination and moving forward. The second section of the song is a little darker but quickly comes back to opening them. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Jazz Fusion
OCEAN BLVD.   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2003
Light Latin flavored instrumental. The sound of a classical guitar mixed with various percussion instruments, bass and tenor sax. Imagine a tropical setting or perhaps something you may hear in a back club in South Beach. A 1950's to 60's small group latin/jazz combo sound. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
PETE THE PONTIAC   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1992
Jazz in 6/8 time featuring the sounds of the Electronic Wind Instrument EWI. A somewhat haunting, irregular sound that creates a special mood of intensity. Also features a piano solo and a "trading of fours" between the EWI, drums and eventually the bass and piano. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Nu Jazz
SUMMER SWEAT   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2003
An uptempo Latin Jazz song brings an uplifting experience. Good for visuals of Latin America or any Latino community in the United States or others. Electric classical guitar is the featured instrument with plenty of authentic percussion sounds, piano, upright bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
EXPENSIVE DELANO   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2003
Medium slow Latin jazz instrumental song featuring classical guitar, soprano saxophone, upright bass and percussion. Strolling through an inner city, late night at the beach. A little bit darker in flavor with it's minor chords and lazy tempo. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
OH MIAMI   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2000
Uptempo country two step feel about finding the girl from the past named, Miami. After years of living life with the wrong one, he searches for the one that got away, 20 years later. Does he actually go and see her or is he dreaming? A bit delusional as he thinks he hasn't changed a bit nor has she. Male Vocals, Country Music, Country Rock
SONANDO   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1989
A sleepy dreamy Latin jazz type song. Sung in Spanish the title basically means, dreaming. Mostly and instrumental with a chorus line sung in Spanish. Main instrumental solos by saxophone with interludes by piano and guitar. Middle section uproots the sleepy type atmosphere with a different directio, Male Vocals, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
THE LAST DAYS OF MR. KEEGAN   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1994
This slower composition combines a non-standard form of rhythm with dark, mysterious sounds and delivers an ominous setting. The middle section breaks away to a more melodic standard form providing a false sense of security as it suddenly moves back to the dark side. Suspense, mystery unease, Instrumental, Dangerous Music, Dangerous Music
FORGOTTEN   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2011
Quiet, mysterious piano solo song that serves as a backdrop to any type of mild, reflective, kind of application. Instrumental, Classical Music, 21st Century
SECRET FEAR (ALTERNATE)   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1993
The 2nd of 2 versions of this song. This version features light guitars, rhythm and solos to give it a lighter edge. One man's quest for individuality and to beat status quo! Even though he has a secret fear of doing this, he prays for help and travels onward in-spite of those in his way. Male Vocals, Rock Music, Soft Rock
SEE MY BREATH   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1992
Up tempo jazz vocal with horns and vocal ensemble. See My Breath is a song about being so cold..."I can see my breath!" Great for any kind of Winter scene where snow and cold are dominant. Plenty of instrumental solos in the middle for musical interludes and segways. Male Vocals, Jazz Music, Swing Ensembles
SILHOUETTE   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2003
A Latin Jazz tune featuring classical guitar and piano as the featured soloist. Plenty of percussion. A bright, uplifting feel as the song works it's a way through the various sections with good solos and solid authentic Latin beats. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
THE UPPER SIDE OF DOWN   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2011
Although certainly parts of this melancholy piano track could be considered classical, it is mixed with a bit of jazz improvisation. A medium slow ballad that directs the listener to a reflective, sentimental journey. Instrumental, Classical Music, Classical Piano
HERKIMER COUNTY   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1991
Medium tempo jazz with swing beat. Saxophone quartet with upright bass, piano and drums. Some scat type singing following melody for a little different flavor. A feel good, light-hearted piece. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Cool Jazz
KEELERVILLE   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1996
A contemporary jazz song that switches from melancholy to uptempo, dramatic and aggressive rhythms with plenty of burning solos. A slower bridge that creates tension to a driving solo section. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Nu Jazz
LATELY DAYS   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1978
A slow sentimental ballad with piano, strings and male vocal. A melancholy song remembering a past place, a friend and/or lover. Perhaps it is a dream...."was I just dreaming?" A song about past loss and hope for the future... "It's going to be alright." Male Vocals, Pop Music, Soft Pop
NO BETTER DAYS THAN THESE   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1994
A light contemporary jazz song with a latin beat. Hope, good will, sentimental, love and comfort are just some of the emotions produced. Middle solo piano section does create a little tension but quickly comes back to the care-free feel to the song. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Orchestral Jazz
THREE-ONE   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1994
Medium tempo instrumental jazz tune with a rock beat. The song features bright saxophone to set an up-lifting mood. The bridge provides a slower feel and creates tension to the solo sections which kicks into a feverish full production of instruments. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Jazz Rock
JAZZ & COOL TREATS   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2011
Medium slow Bluesy/jazzy solo piano piece with plenty of of fast lines and strong chops. Gospel influences flavor this song. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Swing | Stride
WISH YOU WERE YOUNG AGAIN (ALTERNATE)   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2010
The scaled down version (piano & vocal & strings) of the heartfelt song about an inspirational person (male or female) growing old. Sung in the first person, the singer asks the question "Can you do it again" wishing the person could turn back time and give us hope again, one more round of greatness, Male Vocals, Jazz Music, Lounge Jazz Vocals
LAST LONELY TRAIN   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1988
Medium tempo blues type song that tells the story of an aging musician (or could be anyone) that is pretty much sick of the same old grind and just wants to get away from the road life being a musician and jump on that old Lonely Train and go back home. However, it never happens. Male Vocals, Blues Music, Modern Electric Blues
SIMPLE TOWN   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1989
A contemporary sounding ballad about living in a small town and the restlessness of some of those that live there. Dreaming about getting away, to a new and exciting place. The middle section consists of a swinging jazz section and then breaks back into original ballad beat and style. Male Vocals, RnB Music, RnB Ballads
SUMMER SWEAT   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2003
An uptempo Latin Jazz piece and electric classical guitar. Plenty of percussion and creates the feel of a 1950's Cuban club. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Latin Jazz
ELLEN'S WALTZ   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2011
A solo piano piece with jazz influences. A medium slow tempo waltz with a happy, melancholy feel. Instrumental, Classical Music, Classical Piano
IT'S GOING TO BE ALRIGHT   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1996
An uptempo story about how everything will "be alright." Set with country flavorings with pop overtones. The instrumental bridge gives a bit of a latin feel but general country rock fits the description best. Male Vocals, Country Music, Country Rock
MAIN STREET '38   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1994
Whimsical up-tempo jazz waltz. Creates a sense of hope, happiness, contentment and satisfaction. Saxophone and piano solos are bright and clear. Would be good displaying family and home themes. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Nu Jazz
MOVIN'   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1989
This uptempo cruising type song features a rock beat that transforms into a Latin rock beat and back again. Plenty of instrumental solos in the middle to complement the vocal sections. Lyrics speak of a person or group that keeps "movin'" forward and refuses to look back. Male Vocals, Jazz Music, Jazz Rock
SEIZE THE MOMENT   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1991
Dramatic, contemplative, dark and mysterious. Evolves from the opening of church bells to orchestral harmonies complementing the piano. Mysterious moody and bittersweet. Romantic drama, betrayal, left at the altar, side-tracked, flashbacks. Composition comes full circle as the opening theme returns. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
USE THE STEPS   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 2006
Uptempo jazzy/blues instrumental. Bright, bouncy, with a driving beat. Perfect for creating an image of determination and hope. Saxophone driven with a gritty guitar section in the middle. Confidence, determination and moving forward. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Jazz Rock
AND THEN THERE WERE FOUR!   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1995
A heartfelt contemporary jazz ballad that stirs emotion and sets a reflective mood for anywhere from lost love, to remembering your childhood or an old friend. The muted trumpet, along with the distinctive drum groove, gives it a contemporary urban feel. Beautiful melody. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Nu Jazz
FEEL IT   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1988
A medium slow rock song with esoteric lyrics off the beaten path about a lonely person who wants to know, "Why didn't anyone ever tell me." A song of dispair, loneliness, a comentary of what the singer has witnessed in his life. Plenty of symbolism and double meanings. Male Vocals, Rock Music, Art Rock
SPACE & TIME   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1988
A dark, sinister avant-garde piece that uses all kinds of synthesized musical sounds to create an ominous feel. Would be great to create thrilling, looking over your shoulder type scenes. The main part is a floating collection of sounds for suspense. The last part with heavy drums for chase effect, Instrumental, Dangerous Music, Dark Music
LAST TIME I SAW CHICAGO   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1994
A jazz ballad about lost love in the City of Chicago. Remembering the last time the singer was in that city and the heartbreak that ensued. Very emotional with piano, orchestra and percussion. Male Vocals, Jazz Music, Lounge Jazz Vocals
RETURN TO THE CASBAH   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1996
Jazzy groove with a twist of an East Indian flavor. Plenty of rhythmic changes and following melodies. A song of adventure, searching, traveling, Instrumental, Jazz Music, Nu Jazz
AWAY IN A MANGER   (by John Altenburgh )
The Christmas classic starts off with piano and drums with a standard opening that is melancholy and true to the basic principle of the song. However, don't be fooled, I just couldn't let it go like that! It transforms into a boogie woogie piano piece. Perfect for closing credits. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Piano
HITCHED TO MY STAR   (by John Altenburgh )  Composed: 1994
Slow rock ballad that sings about a lover that had to have him, and was deceived in the process. An aspiring singer who's new found love threatens to destroy the free spirit of the singer by his lover crushing his spirit with lies, deceit and demands. Male Vocals, Rock Music, Soft Rock
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John Altenburgh


royalty free sound,
music for video,
television music,
flash music loops,
production music,
phone ring tone,
free tones,
hot ringtones,
free polyphonic ringtones,
verizon ringtone,
Jazz Blues R&B Rock classical Latin Altenburgh Records John Altenburg Altenberg Mosinee Wisconsin music soundtracks Wausau Stevens Point 1960 piano keyboards organ Johnny & The MoTones Bad Habit Keras Rubka-Nimz Oshkosh Riverside Productions Recording Studio Guitar composercommercial stock music,
production music library,
corporate music,
background music,
music for videos,
ring back,
funny ringtones,
samsung ringtone,
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lg ringtones,
John Altenburgh
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