UK composer Colin Willsher has written over 200 scores for major TV broadcasters and production companies, and thousands of individual music cues. He has been published by EMI and featured in Films, Commercials, Network TV programs, including BBC, ITV, Channel 5, Sky and Discovery Channel, National Geographic, Animal Planet, Eurosport, MTV, ABC TV, and recently an Oscar de La Renta video. Working in 37 genres, Colin's masterful music will enhance your film, screenplay, trailer, commercial or TV production. Let his star quality inform your next hot project!
A bright light on our site, Colin Willsher's elegant original music is in high demand on both sides of the pond. In addition to the happy clients shown above, others include 888 Poker, Speedo, BAE Systems, Twinings, Swedish Match, Green Flag, DeLoitte, Ernst & Young, Denplan, Eurostar, Sunday Times, EMI Music, KPM Music and Sonoton.
In The Wilds - Sprightly, adventurous orchestral theme with a number of cymbal splashes to cut your action to. The slight 'hornpipe' feel makes this track eminently suitable for sailing or sea mammals. Instrumental, Classical Music, 21st Century
Science Abuse - This dynamic Sci-Fi theme soars through the stratosphere. Feels like flying at warp speed. Hints of Doctor Who and other sci-fi themes in this one. Instrumental, Action Music, Action Adventure Music (pending)
Solar Flares - A futuristic atmosphere enriched by powerful timpani rolls, cymbal crashes and horn fanfares. A commanding underscore for science and documentary productions. Instrumental, Horror Music, Horror Edgy Music
Keep Looking - A moody and investigative jazz groove featuring tenor saxophone, vibraphone and fretless bass. Fades from 3:05. Instrumental, Action Music, Action Thriller Jazz
Club Culture 60 - Dubby, atmospheric beats on vinyl. A swirling electronic bass is joined by live drums and funky, retro brass lines. Instrumental, Electronic Music, Progressive Electronic
Do It - Energetic, jazzy dance track with retro hits and one crazy trumpet player. A thumping track for sports, corporate events and upbeat promos, in the style of The Brand New Heavies. Instrumental, Dance Music, Experimental
Data Overload - Pacey and positive dance track with interweaving synth lines and effects. The hard-hitting opening statement recurs throughout. A fine piece for corporate or technological progress. Instrumental, Corporate Music, Corporate Dance House
Emergency - An urgent, percussive bed for emergency scenes. At 1:49 there is a change to a more reflective mood. Imagine the rush to hospital, followed by will they or won't they survive... Instrumental, Dangerous Music, Dark Music
The Hard Line 60 - Powerful current affairs TV theme. Uplifting energetic 60-second spot perfect for corporate or commercial use. Corporate Music, Corporate Orchestral Music
About Midnight - A sultry tenor sax plays on after closing time. Electric piano, bass and drums provide the backing in the style of the jazz classic 'Around Midnight'. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Romantic Music
Countdown To Christmas 60 - The clock's ticking in this countdown to a wonderful festive celebration. Christmas is coming and the party is about to start. The track is sprinkled throughout with quotes from well-known christmas carols. Instrumental, Christmas Music, Christmas Ensemble
Busy Life - Minimalist chamber piece featuring clarinet, oboe, basson and strings. Works wonderfully with archive footage. Instrumental, Classical Music, 21st Century
Irish Air - A panoramic introduction breaks out into a vibrant Irish theme with live pennywhistle, guitar and percussion. A great piece for travel or a celebration of Ireland. Instrumental, European Music, Irish Music
Bazaar Bustle - African instruments and vocals blend with western production to create a vibrant, busy atmosphere for travel documentaries and film. Instrumental, African Music, African Traditional
Dreamland - A swirling, dreamy texture featuring effected piano, synth pads and driven along by ethnic percussion (tablas). Instrumental, Asian Music, Asian Music
All Talk - Lively chat show or daytime TV theme with live brass and a catchy hook. Also great for a fun-filled montage. Instrumental, RnB Music, Groove
Passing Hours - Ostinato strings provide a sense of forward motion and the passing of time. Clarinet adds fluidity to the elegant percussive rhythms. A useful cue for drama, documentary, PBS Special or newsreel. Romantic Drama, high fashion exciting thrilling, Euro travel, museum gala, masked ball. Instrumental, Classical Music, 21st Century
Red Light District - A dark and sultry atmosphere with temptation everywhere. Keep walking! Jazz quintet consisting of tenor saxophone, vibes, piano, double bass and drums play a very laid back swing, very moody and extremely sexy. Instrumental, Dangerous Music, Mysterious Music
Race Ya 30 - Intense and frenetic drum n bass track with an aggressive synth bass line. Breakdown section at 1:10 features a race start announcement ("On your mark, get set, Go!") followed by vocal ad-libs ("Race Ya, Race Ya"). Perfect for sports and action. Instrumental, Dramatic Music, Energizing Music
Hard Sell - Modern pastiche of a 1980's classic. Pacey with solid beats and electronic 'disco' effects. Great for sport, action, design and fashion. Sounds like dance version of "Tainted Love". Instrumental, Sound-Alikes Music, Soft Cell Soundalikes
Up The Celts 30 - A lively, modern Celtic jig featuring the staples of Celtic music - Bodhran, Fiddles and Irish pipes. Appropriate for travel documentaries or creating that Irish party atmosphere. Instrumental, European Music, Irish Music
Playful Piano - A quirky, avante-garde solo piano piece moving through various odd time signatures and bar lengths. Great for portraying the passing of time or manic behaviour. Change to restful mood at 1:46. Instrumental, Jazz Music, Free Jazz
An African Tale 30 - Percussive cross-rhythms kick off this piece which develops steadily into an uplifting track celebrating African wildlife and culture. African Music, African Traditional
Sally Army - A stereotypical Salvation Army brass band take this hymn to a rousing finish. Very nostalgic and British. We've gone for authenticity rather than perfection here. Now where did I leave my teeth? Instrumental, Spiritual Music, Christian Hymns
Death Knell - A foreboding orchestral cue culminating in a three macabre bell tolls and a powerful timpani roll. A compelling piece of music which adds to the drama of execution, murder and death scenes. Instrumental, Dangerous Music, Dark Music
Hard Sell 30 - Modern pastiche of a 1980's classic. Pacey with solid beats and electronic 'disco' effects. Great for sport, action, design and fashion. Sounds like dance version of "Tainted Love". Instrumental, Sound-Alikes Music, Soft Cell Soundalikes
Power The Soul 60 - A mix of funk and rock with nods to 'Lady Marmalade', Beverley Knight and Santana at times! Very cool if you're in need of something a little different. Instrumental, RnB Music, Soul music
This track may be layered with other 'Soundtrack Tools' elements for music to picture impact. Search for 'Soundtrack Tools' to find more. Drum Loops, DnB loops
Heavy Going - This plodding African percussion groove brings to mind trekking through desert, large animals on a journey or slaves toiling in the heat. Double tempo section from 2:42. Instrumental, African Music, African Traditional
Meet The Gang 30 - A retro remix featuring an eclectic mix of funky drumming, live brass and driving bass. Great fun, with an energetic feel and catchy, feelgood melodies throughout. Instrumental, RnB Music, Groove
Eastern Solace 30 - A mesmerizing Indian vocal floats over soothing pads and percussion. Useful for travel documentaries or relaxation, meditation and therapies. Instrumental, Asian Music, Asian Music
Race Ya 30 - Intense and frenetic drum n bass track with an aggressive synth bass line. Breakdown section at 1:10 features a race start announcement ("On your mark, get set, Go!") followed by vocal ad-libs ("Race Ya, Race Ya"). Perfect for sports and action. Instrumental, UK Bass, Drum and Bass
