USA Composer Joel Steudler creates orchestral scores for Blockbuster Action Adventure or Thriller trailers and underscore. He fuses Classical music with bone-crushing Metal and wild Electronica to heighten tales of espionage, conspiracies, flight-or-fight, epic wars, or ancient battles. Joel's music ranges from pounding war drums to exotic percussion and edgy violins, to creative and whimsical kids animation and games music. With influences from John Williams, Basil Poledouris, Prokofiev, and Stravinsky, Joel offers epic award-winning themes and bold melodies.
Tremble in fear at the mouth of the black gate, staring into the unknown as wailing choral voices & ominous orchestra heralds your arrival. Huge dramatic swells heighten the tension & awe. War prep trailer sinister & evil forces, mythology, raiders of the lost ark, harry potter, nazis, evil demons, Mixed Vocals, Dangerous, Dark Music
The forces of evil are on your doorstep and you're knee deep in demonblood... time for some brutal brass, scary strings, distorted voices and ragingly intense orchestral action. Menacing, brutal, with several breakdowns and blood-curdling dramatic swells. Star Wars, Military prep, Superhero Music! Instrumental, Action, Adventure Electro-Orch
Crashing guitars and soaring choir herald the downfall of a god. Epic orchestral hits propel the action along and blazing string runs keep up the heat for this lager-than-life trailer track that will stoke the fires for dramatic moments in movies, TV, and sports! Female Vocals, Action, Adventure Electro-Orch
Dark ambient tension builder. Vampires, stalkers, and thieving burglars all love to lurk menacingly in the shadows. This track supplies an eerie ambiance to accompany their misdeeds, using dramatic orchestral swells and perilous percussion to get the blood pumping. Big climactic swell at the end. Instrumental, Dangerous, Dark Music
Skittering brass and scary strings dart around deep, dark synth drones heralding the arrival of guests who should have remained uninvited. Welcome aliens, ghosts, poltergeists, or even mundane serial killers with this tense, terrifying track. Instrumental, Dangerous, Dark Music
Dark melodic drama. Pulsing synths and moody piano melodies twist against a steady backbeat that carries this dramatic track along at a brisk pace. Use it when the detectives are searching for evidence or a patient's life hangs in the balance. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
Sparse piano and dark ambiance combine to form an uneasy atmosphere where fears run rampant and paranoia reigns unchecked. The dismal disquiet ebbs and flows before building to a tense climax. Great in horror settings, investigating serial killers, or in the depths of space. Instrumental, Dangerous, Dark Music
Studying ghosts is a sure recipe for scares, as is this track. Tense orchestral buildups and pulsing synth ambiance build up to a hair-raising crescendo in the end. Also appropriate for stalking killers and exploring alien ruins. Instrumental, Dangerous, Edgy Music
Fast paced synths and driving percussion move this moody track along, sending listeners careening through city streets on a dark night. Great for investigating crime scenes or chasing suspects! Also great if you are in Miami Vice or are David Caruso. Instrumental, Dramatic, Electronic Music
A killer groove for chasing killers starts off this fast paced and intense synth assault. Would also work well showing just how extreme your extreme sport adventures are. Use this in crime drama, espionage, investigations, chases, snowboarding, skateboarding or any extreme action! Instrumental, Dramatic, Hectic Music
Fast paced and suspenseful! Modern synths and exotic percussion lend this driving track an eerie and suspenseful edge. This track will propel any chase or dramatic race against time. Great for tension filled action scenes! Instrumental, Dangerous, Edgy Music
Emotional epic buildup. Sweeping strings and romantic piano drive this mid-tempo piece into epic territory. Horns swell in dramatic crescendos, building steadily to a climactic finish. Powerful and nostalgic, great for trailers. Sounds like Hans Zimmer. Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
Intense buildups and climactic hits pepper this fight through the post-apocalypse. A tense and atmospheric middle is surrounded by driving action... life isn't easy in the wasteland. Perfect for movie trailers or suspenseful action scenes! Instrumental, Action, Moderate Electro-Orch
The tide of battle swings dangerously with cutting strokes of bombastic brass and sharp string staccatos while the relentless pace grows faster. Intense vocal shouts and plaintive wails carry through the din of war in this epic flight of fantasy. Instrumental, Action, Impending Electro-Orch
Pulses race along with the music while detectives chase the perp as he flees the scene of the crime. Synths, acoustic percussion, eerie metal hits, high energy. Dramatic urgency tension and pulsing motion. Crime drama mystery suspense as body count mounts up. Instrumental, Dangerous, Edgy Music
Staccato strings and an accelerating pace propel fleeing victims away from danger... temporarily. This orchestral tour-de-fright will stand your hair on end and fit right into any horror score or wherever tension is needed. Instrumental, Action, Theme Crime
Swelling horns and stabbing strings weave quickly through a jungle of percussion in this tense, suspenseful track. Let the dramatic orchestral music set the stage for military maneuvers, a daring escape, or a native uprising. Instrumental, Action, Impending Orchestral
Drop into combat with this blistering track, featuring intense percussion and big horns. The track careens into a dramatic breakdown at the midpoint, and builds back up to a heroic burst of brass. Great for military drama, trailers, and pulse pounding action. Instrumental, Action, Impending Electro-Orch
Orchestral espionage action. Stabbing brass and pulsing strings keep this music moving along the rails. Builds to a climax then calms back down. Great music for spies on impossible missions, a murder mystery, suspense, sneaky lurking, planning, plotting a heist. Instrumental, Action, Moderate Orchestral
Pounding drums and plaintive female vocal wails back this powerful track. Two climactic swells add urgency to the percussive and orchestral onslaught. A perfect score for desert warfare or medieval mayhem! Also great in a scifi context, like Battlestar Galactica. Instrumental, Action, Impending Ethnic
Epic choral bombast sounds as you approach the last guardian of an ancient tomb. Big hits and massive orchestral intensity make this an ideal choice for your movie trailer or the climactic end of a spectacular battle. Also works for horror films of a grand scope. Instrumental, Dangerous, Dark Music
Heroic space theme! Noble horns sound as you race onward to the stars. A sweeping theme for strings and brass, this track is full of adventure and high spirits. Listen for the rousing finale. Perfect for dashing heroes and spaceborne escapades. Sounds like Star Trek, Jerry Goldsmith. Instrumental, Dramatic, Regal Orchestral
Bleak textural soundscape. Bring the tension with this dark and foreboding atmospheric track. Uneasy synth ambiances and creepy metallic scrapes are sure to frighten and disturb. Use this in horror movies, police investigations, and paranormal events. Instrumental, Dangerous, Dark Music
Uneasy atmospheric action. Piano and synths swirl together in a cloud of dark ambience. Haunting and contemplative melodies drift in and out of the somber soundscape while a steady rhythm propels the track along. Use this for CSI investigations, X-Files, or spooky searches. Instrumental, Dangerous, Dark Music
Crash through enemy lines at 210bpm as the Strike Team moves in hot pursuit of their target. Sharp percussion and chopping strings keep the tension high in this action packed orchestral onslaught! Great for modern action scenes or trailers. Features a dramatic breakdown in the middle. Instrumental, Action, Moderate Electro-Orch
Mischievous woodwind whimsy. Bungling burglars or ridiculous robberies should have this as the soundtrack! Also great for sneaking a snack at midnight. Romantic comedy, cat-and-mouse, dark humor. Works well for cartoons or commercials, too! Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Bombastic orchestral action. Heroic bursts of brass bring the drama and tense strings swirl to create the mood. Use this music in your superhero battles and climactic fights, or for intense advertisements. Sounds like Hans Zimmer. Instrumental, Action, Intense Orchestral
Orchestral action blast! Martial drums, eerie atmospheres, and chopping orchestral stabs build tension and dread. Fast paced militaristic bombast builds to a fever pitch. Use in scenes of battle, a superhero smackdown, or a life-and-death chase. Builds to a hard climax. Instrumental, Action, Intense Orchestral
Sci-fi robotic darkness. Glitchy percussion and ringing synths are the soundtrack for robots who dream of electric sheep. This mid-paced track has a dark, high tech vibe perfect for espionage or computer hacking. Also great with criminal investigations or medical drama. Instrumental, Dramatic, Electronic Music
Epic orchestral journey. Trek through dangerous lands as sweeping string melodies and dramatic brass swell. An ominous buildup accelerates towards climactic action with a sinister intent. Great for fantasy adventures. Sounds like Lord of the Rings and The Hobbit. Instrumental, Action, Adventure Orchestral
Dark ambient atmosphere. Synths and chilling ethnic percussion will set you ill at ease in this dramatic, foreboding soundscape. Exotic places do not suffer outsiders lightly. Alienation and lonely moments await. Use this in murder mysteries, criminal investigations, and horror movies. Instrumental, Dangerous, Mysterious Music
A wistfully romantic orchestral piece full of melancholy but with an edge of hope. The melody trades between french horn, flute, cello, and violin while the harp propels the music along. Great for period drama, jewelry commercials, or Valentines Day. Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
Heavy metal with ethnic undertones. Middle eastern melodies on distorted guitar and duduk flute give this hard hitting track an Arabic edge. Hypnotic drums keep pulses pounding. Evokes conflict and tension. Use it in documentaries, travel shows with an edge, or military action. Instrumental, Rock, Symphonic Rock
Contemplative and animated, this unusual and eccentric track features the distinctive steel ring of the Hang Drum and Milltone. A modern sound and quirky character make this perfect for many contemporary dramatic situations. Use this in relationship dramas, indie films, or documentaries. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
Soft, moody world fusion rock. Two basses and ethnic percussion mix in this mid-tempo, world music influenced soft rock track. A dumbek drum solo quickens the pulse of the music about midway through. Composed in memory of the late, great fusion guitarist Shawn Lane. Instrumental, Rock, Rock Fusion
Big fantasy adventure theme. The slow building intro leads into an action packed track with powerful brass that builds to an emotional finale. Great theme music for your sword and sorcery spectaculars. Sounds like Conan, Lord of the Rings, the Hobbit. Instrumental, Action, Adventure Orchestral
Big brass and rumbling percussion will keep you afloat in this nautical adventure! Dangerous waters are once again plagued by the menace Blackbeard... and this swashbuckling orchestral theme is just right for any sefaring affair. Great background music on Talk Like A Pirate Day! Instrumental, Action, Adventure Orchestral
Asian-themed track features romantic flutes and solo violin, steady and elegant, mysterious rhythms drawing you to the Far East. Full orchestra lends depth & texture while solo violin & flute tug at your heart. Passionate, epic romance trailer, Geisha love story, travel, mystery. Haunting melody. Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
Ramp up the TERROR! Ten chilling tracks for Horror Flick, rapist in the woods, kidnapper holding your family hostage! Unsettling orchestral outbursts, pensive freaky piano mix & synthesized FEAR add menace to CSI, 24, murder mystery, crime in progress. Eerie, dangerous stalker, Peeping Tom, etc. Instrumental, Dangerous, Mysterious Music
Ten epic action adventure orchestral tracks pack a sonic punch to the gut. Brutal percussion, wailing horns, stabbing strings ramp up the fear as the action blazes brightly. Dark, dangerous Hero Music! War, Gladiators, Pirates, Fringe, CSI, Apocalypse. Intense Crime, Murder, Stalker or Home Invasion, Instrumental, Action, Action MusicPacks
Orchestral pursuit music. Big drums and low strings set the stage for a prison break or bank heist to turn into a chaotic escape. Mid-paced mayhem ensues. Armies into battle, enemy skirmishes, Survivor, difficult treks, sword fights, mutiny on a ship, horrible crimes and prison escapes. Instrumental, Dangerous, Edgy Music
Total intensity blasts you as you descend into the heart of the machine. Gut-punching drums and dissonant orchestral bursts assail you from all sides until you reach the core of of the unimatrix! Sci-Fi action, thrillers, mayhem, extreme sports, hot cars, male fashion, and more! Instrumental, Dangerous, Dangerous Music
Industrial metal with an edge. This raging maelstrom will batter you with heavy powerchords at 205bpm until you reach the eye of the storm and find a brief calm before the assault is renewed. Tech-y percussion propels the action onward at a relentless pace. Instrumental, Rock, Electronic Rock
Soar into space with this adventurous orchestral theme! Uplifting and energetic, this soundscape will propel any high-flying project right into the stratosphere. Bold brass and sweeping strings carry the tune. Great for Star Wars, corporate branding, news intros, Learjet, Cadillac promos, etc. Instrumental, Dramatic, Regal Orchestral
Intense percussion and mounting orchestral fury make this scorching track the perfect punctuation for your movie trailer or action scene! The assault and battery of drums and brass will leave you gasping for breath by the end. Terrifying, great for horror, fear, and the ominous sense of doom. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Action Intense
Upbeat scientific synth music. Take a pleasant trip through the cosmos with this energetic but easygoing synthscape. Look in wonder at the sights while this track transports you! Perfect in science reports, hearlding medical breakthroughs, or drifting in space, planatary discoveries. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
Orchestral chase music. Thundering percussion and a twisting synth lead rock you with bold, sweeping string lines of this dynamic orchestral track! High energy music with a dramatic turn, great for accenting action and adventure. Military, psy ops, psychological terror, action thriller & espionage. Instrumental, Action, Intense Orchestral
Relentless pursuit action! Fast paced orchestral strings keep tensions high and driving percussion underscores the urgency. Perfect for a chase scene, military action, or criminal investigations. Use this track to ratchet up the intensity in moments of great drama. Instrumental, Action, Intense Orchestral
