Based in Ireland, Steven O'Brien is a classically-trained composer who has written numerous works for piano and orchestra. With his heart close to his Classical roots, the influence of composers such as Mozart and Beethoven remain clearly visible in all of his music. From impressionistic piano pieces, to breathtaking combinations of voice and full orchestra, Steven's work is highly emotive and well-suited for Film and TV soundtracks. He also writes fun and upbeat Pop and Rock tracks that are perfect for Commercials.
An epic track with orchestra and choir. Starts out quiet with urgent sounding strings, and builds to a loud climax with full brass, choir, and woodwinds. Gives an overwhelming sense of overcoming obstacles to reach your goals and climb to the top. Inspiring. Huge. Instrumental, Action, Impending Orchestral
A funky 70s-style rock track with modern, driving, serious-sounding string ostinatos. A slightly dark, minor texture, but not overly sad, angry, or negative. Instrumental, Sports, Sports Symphonic Rock
Starts out with quiet, but powerful piano chords. Orchestra slowly comes in, builds up to a drop, then drives towards an epic ending with full choir and orchestra. Ends with quiet piano. Instrumental, Action, Impending Electro-Orch
Cool, laid back, spacey, atmospheric loop, with chill drums (also available as a separate loop), a shimmering synthesizer pad, and guitar harmonics. Emotionally neutral. Neither too happy or too sad. Instrumental, Lounge, Chillout
Fun, expansive EDM track with a quirky "wowing" computerized vocal lead. Contains some subtle chiptune-esque elements which give a slight hint of old computer technology. Instrumental, Electronic, Electropop
A driving, epic track with a classic orchestral sound (no electronic elements). Perfect for hectic period dramas, or any action scene that requires a more acoustic touch. Features punchy strings, brass, and timpani. Instrumental, Action, Impending Orchestral
An ethereal piano piece with soft, soaring arpeggios. Reminiscent of works by composers such as Debussy, Satie, and Chopin. Somewhat similar to Bach's Prelude No. 1 in C major from The Well-Tempered Clavier. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Classical
An orchestral track (pizzicato strings and winds), with a hint of Egypt. Subtly uses some Egyptian instruments, such as an Oud and a Darabuka. Loops seamlessly. Instrumental, Middle East, Contemporary Dramatic
Quiet, dark string ostinatos. A perfect theme for a dark superhero sneaking through the night. Builds up to an epic ending climax. Instrumental, Action, Impending Orchestral
Cool, icy, blippy, minor-mode melody over a thumping beat. Moves between quiet, relaxed parts, and epic, powerful, climactic parts. Contains some acoustic elements, including a celesta, and guitar harmonics. Instrumental, Electronic, Electropop
A smooth jazz theme tune with prominent alto saxophone, horns, funky bass, and Rhodes electric piano. Two stingers, and a seamlessly looping bed are also available. Perfect for opening a laid back, late night talk show/podcast. Instrumental, Themes, Game Show
Chill, atmospheric electronic dance music, with quirky vocal elements. Slightly sad, melancholy mood which can also easily come across as neutral. Vocal Samples, Electronic, Electropop
An eerie dulcitone celesta playing a haunting, sparkly tune. Reminiscent of the Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy from Tchaikovsky's The Nutcracker, or a music box tune. Instrumental, Dramatic, Magical Music
A majestic, regal royal fanfare march to signify the entrance of a monarch or aristocrat, such as a king or queen. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Classical
Quiet, tense, nervous, percussive underscore with a soft, funky electric piano vamping above. Perfectly sets the mood for a sneaky scene in a contemporary crime thriller. Sets a serious tone, but leaves plenty of room for humor and lightheartedness. Instrumental, Dangerous, Edgy Music
A driving, epic track with a classic orchestral sound (no electronic elements). Perfect for hectic period dramas, or any action scene that requires a more acoustic touch. Features punchy strings, brass, and timpani. Action, Intense Orchestral
Reflective, repetitive strings. Mood can be interpreted as slightly depressing, but can also easily come across as neutral. Perfect music to set to a rainy cityscape. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Classical
A soft, quiet, classical-sounding piano piece, reminiscent of Mozart, Pachelbel, or Bach. Perfect for use in the background of an uplifting commercial, promo, or any short happy scene. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Classical
A romantic, slow, lilting big band piece, reminiscent of popular music from the 1940s. Perfect for any romantic scene set in the era, or scenes involving elderly people who grew up in the era. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Big Band
Cute, uplifting, lighthearted, innocent waltz with piano, celesta/glockenspiel, clarinet, and flute. Determined and more dramatic middle section, which quickly returns to the lightheartedness at the beginning of the piece. A perfect fit for an uplifting, cute commercial. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Classical
A solo musette accordion playing a French-style waltz. Slightly dark and dreary, while remaining lively and melodramatic. Instrumental, European, France
A driving, epic track with a classic orchestral sound (no electronic elements). Perfect for period dramas, or any action scene that requires a more acoustic touch. Features punchy strings, brass, and timpani. Instrumental, Action, Impending Orchestral
Suspenseful, slow-moving with a spooky but light choir deep in the background. Great bed for building tension in a Horror movie or crime thriller. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Ambience
Upbeat, bouncy, instrumental pop rock track, featuring mostly acoustic instruments with an electric guitar lead. Perfect for commercials and promotions that wish to evoke a positive and feel-good attitude. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Rock Guitar
Soft, positive, uplifting, modern-sounding rock/electronic instrumental underscore. Perfect for a slideshow presentation or commercial which needs to give off pleasant, happy, motivational vibes. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Rock Piano
