Jazz artists and big bands dominated 1940s music, eventually giving way in popularity to rock 'n' roll. Big bands played swing music and featured a band leader along with 10 to 20 musicians. In the early to mid-'40s bebop was at the forefront of the jazz scene featuring complex harmony and chord changes along with the use of dissonance and syncopation. Cool jazz followed bebop in the later part of the decade. Boogie woogie blues and bebop gained popularity in the 1940s and were a big influence on rock 'n' roll music of the 1950s. 1940s music, particularly the mid-40s, can be characterized as "fun." Upbeat swing, bebop and pop music helped to counteract the stress of World War II.
A classic, 50's Hollywood thriller soundtrack reminiscent of an Alfred Hitchcock score. Soaring, angular violins punctuated by a dissonant chord of brass and timpani. A tense, quiet middle section as characters question their sanity. Instrumental, Dangerous, Edgy Music
A famous classic neapolitan melody arranged in jazzy french style with accordion, piano, guitar, double bass and drums. Perfect for comedy, documentaries, background, neapolitan landscapes. Instrumental, Jazz, World Jazz
Gentle relaxed melody featuring alto sax and guitar. Would work well in jazz club or bar scenes. Also restaurants and hotels. Great for film and TV sitcoms, romantic comedies, emotional situations. Nice background music for elegant and sophisticated high-end products and services. Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
Enjoy this jazz arrangement of the classic and traditional Christmas carol "Hark the Herald Angel Sing". The festive and swinging mood will inspire feelings and images of the holiday season. This music is well suited for commercials, advertising, TV ads, mobile ads, YouTube videos, and much more. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
Enjoy this big band jazz arrangement of the classic and traditional Christmas carol "Angels we have Heard on High". The festive and swinging mood will inspire feelings and images of the holiday season. This music is well suited for commercials, advertising, TV and mobile ads, YouTube videos and more, Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
This bright and driving royalty free composition, designed in the style of Noir Jazz, is here to turn your living room into a colorful and well-lit dance floor! Driven by this awesome brass band sounds, a sexy and engaging saxophone, rhythmic Latin percussion and moving bass. Instrumental, Jazz, Dramatic Jazz
A classy instrumental Sinatra-style big band piece. Works in any classic Vegas setting or for adding a sophisticated vibe to your project. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Big Band
This is from the collection of Greg Johnson's Original Christmas Songs done in the Jazz Ensemble-Traditional Pop Vocals style made famous by such crooners as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole and others. Male Vocals, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
This is from the collection of Greg Johnson's Original Christmas Songs done in the Jazz Ensemble-Traditional Pop Vocals style made famous by such crooners as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole and others. Male Vocals, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
This is from the collection of Greg Johnson's Original Christmas Songs done in the Jazz Ensemble-Traditional Pop Vocals style made famous by such crooners as Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, Nat King Cole and others. Male Vocals, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
A fun, light jazzy tune with great female vocals. Works for any light-hearted or comedic setting in a lounge, bar or restaurant. Or for a divorce attorney commercial... Female Vocals, Pop, Pop-Jazz
In the inimitable style of the great crooners like Frank Sinatra & Tony Bennet, here Greg Johnson of Davis, California sings a heart warming song fusing the genres of Traditional Pop Vocals and Easy Listening singing about a subject matter near and dear to his heart. Male Vocals, Pop, Easy Listening
Swinging jazzy up tempo gypsy violin tune reminiscent of Jingle Bells but in a minor key in the style of Stephanne Grappelli and Django Reinhardt evoking thoughts of Christmas in Paris in the 1930s. Perfect for movie theme or trailer, television or podcasts. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Acoustic
Sophisticated beautiful swing-jazz ballad in the Gypsy Jazz tradition reminiscent of Paris in the 1930s, Stephane Grappelli and Django Reinhardt. Played on violin, guitar and bass. Perfect for movie themes, movie trailers, television or podcasts. Instrumental, Jazz, Gypsy Jazz
A wake up (rise and shine) style of bluegrass and string romp. Featuring banjo, fiddle and mandolin, this composition sets a tone early with the whimsical and lark way it unfolds and builds. Hard to keep a toe from tappin' on this one! Instrumental, Country, Bluegrass
Rampant, exuberant big band swing track bringing all the majesty of Hollywood musicals back. Powerful brass and rhythm sections, great solo improvisations, pure jazzy retro sound for this freaky track that will make you want to dance. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Big Band
A classic big band swing piece, like an old timey Vegas show introduction. Upbeat and classy with enthusiasm. Works for a show or movie opening, a presentation on stage or as background in a casino or jazz club. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Big Band
A fine jazzy Big Band instrumental track influenced by Broadway musicals and noir films. Brilliant gritty sound built on powerful rhythm section and highsounding brass instruments evoking night urban scenes with city lights in the background: crime, spy, detective stories. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Big Band
A classic Christmas duet with male & female vocals. Kenny G meets Steve & Edie Gourmet. Would be good in media for jewelry or a Hallmark romance. Saxophone featured, with a lounge feel about finding love at Christmas time. Mixed Vocals, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
An original Christmas instrumental jazz tune with colorful orchestration that captures the spirit of 1950’s Christmas songs like “Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas”. A full big band and string orchestra all recorded with live instruments. Great for television, film and Christmas or holiday ads. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Big Band
"It's a beautiful Sunday, laid back, he strolls across the avenue to the cafe to meet his love." Or does he? Maybe the sound evokes a feeling of nostalgia, or presents a noir mood: "It was a dark night in the city as the private eye holed up in his usual haunt around the corner. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Upbeat jazz swing. Lively tenor sax melody. Finger snappin', toe tappin' fun. A lot will get done in a montage with this as background music! Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Upbeat happy tune about falling in love. Little bit of a Rickie Lee Jones shuffle vibe (but definitely modern), that makes you want to snap your fingers and sing along. Uses the imagery of the ocean, the waves, the seashore, the sunshine. You can just feel the tensions of the day melting away. Female Vocals, Pop, Folk Pop
Bluesy tune about being happy in spite of a bad romance; how the human spirit overcomes sadness with it's innate desire to be happy. The happiness that comes from within. Human emotional strength which resides in us all despite life's fragility and challenges. Rising above heartache and moving on. Female Vocals, Pop, Pop-Jazz
This is a jazzy gypsy happy music, full of fun and rhythm. Fit for french and italian style music, funny comedy jazz scenes, cooking shows background, restaurant and happy food music and much more. Instrumental, Jazz, Gypsy Jazz
This is a jazzy gypsy happy music, full of fun and rhythm. Fit for french and italian style music, funny comedy jazz scenes, cooking shows background, restaurant and happy food music and much more. Instrumental, Jazz, Gypsy Jazz
Moody Lounge Jazz song that takes you on a journey to the dimly lit backstreets of Italy. Sounds like Sarah Vaughan. Features sultry female vocals, double bass, finger snaps. This cool retro style track is great for film noir, private eye themes, secret rendezvous, hiding in shadows, vintage fashion, Female Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
A soft and beautiful rendition of the bhajan by Narsinh Mehta (15th century saint) so loved by Mahatma Gandhi, as we now approach his birthday on the 2nd October. The bhajan clearly marks all humanity as one, to hold all dear and love all. A veena interpretation for Film/TV, documentary, educational, Instrumental, Indian, Indian Spiritual Music
Modern swing with upright bass, piano, jazz guitar, loops, and some mean vocalese. Thsi video is great for dance videos, living the life you want, or media that describes just you being you. Also great for confident characters, especially jazz inspired leads or personalities. Male Vocals, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
A lo-fi vintage flavored hip hop track with all original instrumentation that is treated to give it the sound of sampled vinyl. Jazz and movement are central to the sound, with mellow improvisation on several instruments and plenty of builds, breakdowns, sound effects, swooshes and ear candy. Instrumental, Hip Hop, Trip Hop
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
Electro-Swing track with dance floor house friendly groove. Bouncy rhythm section with pluck synth and pizzicato lead. Uplifting, cheeky, cotton club, Harlem nights, big bands, vintage fashion. Fun and lively track great for commercials, documentaries, TV/film or any project in need of some humor. Instrumental, Jazz, Electro Swing
Electro-Swing track with dance floor house friendly groove. Bouncy rhythm section with pluck synth and pizzicato lead. Uplifting, cheeky, cotton club, Harlem nights, big bands, vintage fashion. Fun and lively track great for commercials, documentaries, TV/film or any project in need of some humor. Instrumental, Jazz, Electro Swing
Electro-Swing track with dance floor house friendly groove. Bouncy rhythm section with pluck synth and pizzicato lead. Uplifting, cheeky, cotton club, Harlem nights, big bands, vintage fashion. Fun and lively track great for commercials, documentaries, TV/film or any project in need of some humor. Instrumental, Jazz, Electro Swing
Electro-Swing track with dance floor house friendly groove. Bouncy rhythm section with pluck synth and pizzicato lead. Uplifting, cheeky, cotton club, Harlem nights, big bands, vintage fashion. Fun and lively track great for commercials, documentaries, TV/film or any project in need of some humor. Instrumental, Jazz, Electro Swing
Electro-Swing track with dance floor house friendly groove. Bouncy rhythm section with pluck synth and pizzicato lead. Uplifting, cheeky, cotton club, Harlem nights, big bands, vintage fashion. Fun and lively track great for commercials, documentaries, TV/film or any project in need of some humor. Instrumental, Jazz, Electro Swing
Electro-Swing track with dance floor house friendly groove. Bouncy rhythm section with pluck synth and pizzicato lead. Uplifting, cheeky, cotton club, Harlem nights, big bands, vintage fashion. Fun and lively track great for commercials, documentaries, TV/film or any project in need of some humor. Instrumental, Jazz, Electro Swing
Electro-Swing track with dance floor house friendly groove. Bouncy rhythm section with pluck synth and pizzicato lead. Uplifting, cheeky, cotton club, Harlem nights, big bands, vintage fashion. Fun and lively track great for commercials, documentaries, TV/film or any project in need of some humor. Instrumental, Jazz, Electro Swing
A swinging and hip jazz big band song harkening back to the olden days of the 40s. Fun, upbeat, danceable and ready for the big ballrooms. Full real horn section. Great for a documentary, film noir or oldies dance scene. Brings you back to a more simple and carefree time of old MGM musicals. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Big Band
Big band swing with full orchestration. Close your eyes and you're listening to Glenn Miller, Artie Shaw, Benny Goodman, Count Basie etc. Song is upbeat and puts one in a good mood. Makes you want to dance. Very appropriate for movie sound tracks and TV. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Big Band
Happy dancing authentic ragtime piano with band accompaniment. Song makes you want to move. Very New Orleans jazzy rendition. Song can be used for movies, TV or travelogues. Music is propulsively syncopated with a beat that does not stop. Instrumental, Jazz, Ragtime
Theres something untrustworthy about this track, thats because its perfect for crime families, for the mob, for Italians. This cue is about growing criminals, helping them establish their own immoral priorities. Its short enough to be a cue, can be transition, or establishing, score or diagetic, Instrumental, Dramatic, Magical 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
A plucky and playful orchestral hip hop comedy track that starts out very cute and quirky with woodwinds and staccato strings, then adding a heavy hip hop drum beat as well mallet instruments and heavy brass. Plenty of builds, dynamics and sparse sections. Instrumental, Comedy, Comedy Classical
This great little orchestral Latin American piece has personality galore, its quirky and fun and dancing and very intelligent. If you're looking for a piece with massive amounts of life, this tune is the one for you. Instrumental, Latin, Dramatic Latin
Bouncy and upbeat Gypsy Jazz featuring guitar and upright bass. Great for commercials, comedy, travel and documentaries. Instrumental, Jazz, Gypsy Jazz
This classic carol is amped up with a folksy festive rendition. Lovely harmonies and a double bass bring on a retro vibe to leave you feeling the spirit of the season for certain! Mixed Vocals, Christmas, Christmas Acoustic
driving by the lake at night our protagonist realizes he's being followed purely orchestral track suspense imminent action preparation attempt to escape from danger before the battle war movies, Instrumental, Dangerous, Dangerous Music
Ballad in Icelandic. Performed by Icelandic Rock/Folk/Pop singer, Bubbi Morthens. Django-guitar, bass and drums behind. Lyrics from a theatre-play. Male Vocals, European, Iceland
Electro-Swing track with dance floor house friendly groove. Bouncy rhythm section with pluck synth and pizzicato lead. Uplifting, cheeky, cotton club, Harlem nights, big bands, vintage fashion. Fun and lively track great for commercials, documentaries, TV/film or any project in need of some humor. Instrumental, Jazz, Electro Swing
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