Kevin Packard has been a staff composer for a prominent East Coast Music House where, for eight years, he scored national spots as well as composed for branding campaigns for TLC, Discovery Health, and Nat Geo. As a Composer In Residence at Connecticut College, he scored many productions for Dance undergraduates as well as received numerous commissions from visiting guest artists. His compositional credits include, Arby's, Ford, USA Today, Lexus, Discovery, Nat Geo Channel, TLC, The Treasury Dept, UTZ, Intercontinental Hotels and the National Parks Service, among many others.
Kevin Packard's writing style spans heartfelt acoustic music to driving electronica, and dramatic orchestral to quirky Penguin Cafe-ish. Kevin's compositions have won numerous awards. He now lives happily in Colorado, where he works out of his studio, creating music perfect for TV, Film, corporate branding and multiple new media projects. He is currently set to release "Facing Southeast," a collection of instrumental collaborations with bassist Bruce Swanson.
Kevin has won two Washington DC Peer Awards, for Discovery Wings, and National Geographic Channel-Culture Shock, a National Telly, a Telly and an award for best PSA for Special Olympics. His work also includes the Trading Spaces Theme for TLC, and the Rebranding/Station ID for Discovery Health Channel and TLC.
Apples is a quirky, fun, upbeat instrumental track, featuring banjo, mandolin, percussion and guitar. It has an organic quality as most of the instruments are acoustic and played by real humans. Would be great for a high-end commercial dealing with anything from family to games to computers. Instrumental, Folk Music, Contemporary Folk
Contemporary, compelling version of Amazing Grace. Starts with female vocal and gradually adds acoustic guitar, funky drums, electric bass, organ and harmony vocals. Very inspiring and heartfelt. Great background for "homecoming" scene or twentysomething drama. Female Vocals, Dramatic Music, Energizing Music
Contemporary, compelling version of Amazing Grace. Starts with female vocal and gradually adds acoustic guitar, funky drums, electric bass, organ and harmony vocals. Very inspiring and heartfelt. Great background for "homecoming" scene or twentysomething drama. Female Vocals, Spiritual Music, Contemporary Christian
A 70's ish wild night at the disco instrumental with wah wah guitar, horns, and soaring strings ala Saturday Night Fever. Retro Open, cop show, Mod Squad, Get Smart, Burlesque, Campy Porn, Entertainment, dining, dancing, comic spot. Vegas, Baby! Smokin hot, rip roaring fun, street smart, Pimp City. Instrumental, Dance Music, Classic Disco
A Big Band, Gene Krupa swing style. Lots of wild toms, saxes, trumpets & trombones. High energy, fun for families, children, retro TV, film, 50s documentaries. High energy dance scenes, sock hop, high school, teens tweens romantic comedy. Jive, wild fun, party, Jitterbug, Harlem, speakeasy. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Swing | Big Band
An uplifting, inspiring, acoustic instrumental with jangly acoustic guitars, big drums, and background vocals, playing a beautiful melody. Great for a show theme, Outdoor Life, Recreation, Backpacking or Promo/Ad Family security, Health, Fitness, Travelscape, Nature Vacation. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
A quirky, upbeat, mid-tempo, acoustic instrumental featuring mandolin, accordion, acoustic guitar, piano and upright bass. Fun, carefree vibe. Ads for jeans, Levis, comfortable shoes, supermarkets, energy bars or Home and Garden show, home improvement or fixit show. Instrumental, Folk Music, Contemporary Folk
An ethereal, dark, haunting track with undefinable vocals sung by a young voice, a very eerie melody. Track starts with swish stinger. Excellent for dark Halloween film or horror or campy thriller. Female Vocals, Horror Music, Haunted Children & Nursery Rhymes
Cinematic moody mysterious slow building contemporary instrumental in 5/4. Violin, piano begin as cello, wood flute, accordion, percussion & guitars gradually join in. Emotional dramatic delicate & lush. TV or Film images of open spaces or vast scenery. Passionate romance theme credit bed road trip, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Ethereal Music
This electronic/acoustic instrumental track morphs from uncertain and scared to confident and assured. Great for a :60 commercial that goes from negative to positive. Family security, protection, financial security, health/diet, Online matchmaking, homeowners insurance. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Contemplative Music
:30 instrumental. Solo guitar with some light pulsating electronic elements serve as a set-up that then explodes into U2ish, guitar driven, inspiring, triumphant conclusion. Great for spots that go from unsure to reassuring, neutral to positive, Ad, family, energy bar, insurance, self-help, security, Instrumental, Indie Rock Music, Alternative Rock
A wide-sweeping cinematic Enya esque, emotional instrumental with choir, ambient elements and Native American influences. Great for movie theme, family security spot, health, fitness, images of land, financial security. Vocal Samples, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
Djangoish one minute acoustic swing instrumental. Acoustic guitar, accordion and dobro share the leads to create an upbeat, happy, fun, quirky vibe. Excellent for ad, vacation, happy feet shoes, health/energy bars, jeans, Levis or southern cooking show, home improvement, waterworld, theme park, Instrumental, Jazz Music, Folk Jazz
A funky, fun, fast-paced Ska track. Electric guitar, drums, organ, horn section and piano take turns trading solos. Very fun and upbeat. Great Energy Bar advert, Jeans, Levis, Shoes, Energy Drink, Jeep, Land Rover, driving fun. Instrumental, Reggae Music, Ska
A cool, hip, electronic instrumental with pulsating synths, piano and cool loops reminiscent of Moby. Great for fashion/catwalk, city at night, club scene, party. Luxury car ad,, Instrumental, Electronic Music, Electropop
An uplifting, inspiring, acoustic instrumental with jangly acoustic guitars, big drums, and background vocals, playing a beautiful melody. Great for a show theme, Outdoor Life, Recreation, Backpacking or Promo/Ad Family security, Health, Fitness, Travelscape, Nature Vacation. Instrumental, Americana Music, Americana Roots
Haunting and inspiring instrumental Irish melody. Would be great behind scenes of forests and hills or an emotional "leaving." Begins with accordion and adds piano, pennywhistle, bass and acoustic guitar. Great opening theme, credit bed, movie trailer, credits, travel or background instrumental. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
An uplifting, inspiring, acoustic instrumental with jangly acoustic guitars, big drums, and background vocals, playing a beautiful melody. Great for a show theme, Outdoor Life, Recreation, Backpacking or Promo/Ad Family security, Health, Fitness, Travelscape, Nature Vacation. Instrumental, Americana Music, Americana Roots
A beautiful acoustic track suggesting vistas of wide open spaces, plains in Africa, etc. Starting with acoustic guitar with pulsing harmonics, cello and oboe gradually enter. As the piece builds, strings enter to an eventual climax. Travelogue, Family Drama , Movie Theme, Trailer, Credits,, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Calm Music
A funky, electronic, hip hop instrumental track with quirky synth elements punctuating throughout. Great for youth fashion, cologne, sports gear, commercial. Instrumental, Hip Hop Music, Hip Hop
The sun comes up over a distant ridge as a unit waits to begin their assault. A very dramatic and emotional orchestral track that begins with soft strings and low tympani and gradually builds as brass and woodwinds enter. Positive climax and then drops down to lonely ending. great for trailer. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
The sun comes up over a distant ridge as a unit waits to begin their assault. A very dramatic and emotional orchestral track that begins with soft strings and low tympani and gradually builds as brass and woodwinds enter. Positive climax and then drops down to lonely ending. great for trailer. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
Traditional Christmas piece done in light jazz, swing style with classical guitar version and an electric version as well. Walking bass and jazz drum kit back up the guitars. The 3rd verse features the uprite bass with no melody and the 4th verse features a nice guitar improvisation over the melody. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
A Traditional english Christmas carol performed on classical guitar and mandolin. The piece starts with sleigh bells ringing and guitar and mandolin join in. The track is medium slow and warm and heartfelt. It conjures images of a horse-drawn sleigh on a snowy, close to Christmas, night. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
A Traditional english Christmas carol performed on classical guitar and mandolin. The piece starts with sleigh bells ringing and guitar and mandolin join in. The track is medium slow and warm and heartfelt. It conjures images of a horse-drawn sleigh on a snowy, close to Christmas, night. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
A Traditional english Christmas carol performed on classical guitar and mandolin. The piece starts with sleigh bells ringing and guitar and mandolin join in. The track is medium slow and warm and heartfelt. It conjures images of a horse-drawn sleigh on a snowy, close to Christmas, night. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
Haunting and inspiring instrumental Irish melody. Would be great behind scenes of forests and hills or an emotional "leaving." Begins with a piano, adds bass and acoustic guitar. Great opening theme, credit bed, movie trailer, credits, travel or background instrumental. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
A fun, quirky, upbeat, hip hop ish, contemporary instrumental featuring accordion with electronic elements and funky drum loops. Great for quirky ad or show open/promo. Instrumental, Hip Hop Music, Hip Hop Instrumental
A Traditional english Christmas carol performed on classical guitar and mandolin. The piece starts with sleigh bells ringing and guitar and mandolin join in. The track is medium slow and warm and heartfelt. It conjures images of a horse-drawn sleigh on a snowy, close to Christmas, night. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
Haunting and inspiring instrumental Irish melody. Would be great behind scenes of forests and hills or an emotional "leaving." Begins with piano, adds bass. Great opening theme, credit bed, movie trailer, credits, travel or background instrumental. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
A Christmas classic this traditional piece starts with jingle bells. A 3 part classical guitar arrangement enters and builds slowly, ending, again with sleigh bells. Great for holiday scene or ad needing to evoke the Christmas season. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
A Christmas classic this traditional piece starts with jingle bells. A 3 part classical guitar arrangement enters and builds slowly, ending, again with sleigh bells. Great for holiday scene or ad needing to evoke the Christmas season. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
Traditional Christmas piece done in light jazz, swing style with classical guitar version and an electric version as well. Walking bass and jazz drum kit back up the guitars. The 3rd verse features the uprite bass with no melody and the 4th verse features a nice guitar improvisation over the melody. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
A haunting rendition of the traditional Christmas carol done with solo piano. Evokes a bit of loneliness, hope or trepidation as Christmas nears. Would be effective in family drama, "going home" scene. Lonely yet still hopeful. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
A fun, quirky, upbeat, hip hop ish, contemporary instrumental featuring accordion with electronic elements and funky drum loops. Great for quirky ad or show open/promo. Instrumental, Hip Hop Music, Hip Hop Instrumental
Cinematic moody mysterious slow building contemporary instrumental in 5/4. Violin, piano begin as cello, wood flute, accordion, percussion & guitars gradually join in. Emotional dramatic delicate & lush. TV or Film images of open spaces or vast scenery. Passionate romance theme credit bed road trip, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Ethereal Music
Cinematic moody mysterious slow building contemporary instrumental in 5/4. Violin, piano begin as cello, wood flute, accordion, percussion & guitars gradually join in. Emotional dramatic delicate & lush. TV or Film images of open spaces or vast scenery. Passionate romance theme credit bed road trip, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Ethereal Music
Haunting and inspiring instrumental Irish melody. Would be great behind scenes of forests and hills or an emotional "leaving." Begins with accordion and adds piano, pennywhistle, and bass. Great opening theme, credit bed, movie trailer, credits, travel or background instrumental. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
The sun comes up over a distant ridge as a unit waits to begin their assault. A very dramatic and emotional orchestral track that begins with soft strings and low tympani and gradually builds as brass and woodwinds enter. Positive climax and then drops down to lonely ending. Trailer, credit bed. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
Cinematic moody mysterious slow building contemporary instrumental in 5/4. Violin, piano begin as cello, wood flute, accordion, percussion & guitars gradually join in. Emotional dramatic delicate & lush. TV or Film images of open spaces or vast scenery. Passionate romance theme credit bed road trip, Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Ethereal Music
Combining instruments from the west and the east, this beautiful instrumental features acoustic guitar, tablas, dobro and ethereal vocals, together suggesting a journey,whether in life and/or distance traveled. Travel show, heartfelt reunion, coming home, self-help, rural scenery, discovery, Instrumental, Folk Music, Folk Dramatic
We Three Kings done as a piano solo, slow and expressive, evoking a somewhat sad and somber vibe that turns positive during the chorus. Atmospheric traditional christmas song. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
Upbeat instrumental "newgrass' meets electronica, track with acoustic guitars, mandolin and bass, accompanied by electronic elements and cool drums. Great for :60 spot, putting product through it's paces, test for durability, also rural action scene. Travelscape. jeans, Levis, commercial. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Whimsical Music
Upbeat instrumental "newgrass' meets electronica, track with acoustic guitars, mandolin and bass, accompanied by electronic elements and cool drums. Great for :60 spot, putting product through it's paces, test for durability, also rural action scene. Travelscape. jeans, Levis, commercial. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Whimsical Music
A dark, dramatic, tension track that begins with ominous pads. Strings enter along with huge drums followed by attacking cellos. The piece builds in intensity as it trades back and forth between the cellos and strings. Great for tension scene, dangerous situation or escape/chase scene. Also trailer. Instrumental, Dangerous Music, Edgy Music
Upbeat instrumental "newgrass' meets electronica, track with acoustic guitars, mandolin and bass, accompanied by electronic elements and cool drums. Great for :60 spot, putting product through it's paces, test for durability, also rural action scene. Travelscape. jeans, Levis, commercial. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Whimsical Music
A Traditional english Christmas carol performed on classical guitar and mandolin. The piece starts with sleigh bells ringing and guitar and mandolin join in. The track is medium slow and warm and heartfelt. It conjures images of a horse-drawn sleigh on a snowy, close to Christmas, night. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
Haunting and inspiring instrumental Irish melody. Would be great behind scenes of forests and hills or an emotional "leaving." Begins with accordion and adds piano. Great opening theme, credit bed, movie trailer, credits, travel or background instrumental. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Heartwarming Music
A solo classical guitar version of the traditional Christmas carol Silent Night. Very moody and atmospheric. Sounds like having a cocktail on Christmas Eve very late at night after everyone's asleep. Sort of lonely sounding. Would work well under a "going home for Christmas" scene. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Acoustic
