British Composer Alec Makinson has been creating compelling original music for media for over 25 years. His growing work of over 2,300 tracks includes Corporate, Christmas, Dramatic cues, Exotic World Beat, Children's tracks, Documentaries, TV/Radio commercials, jingles, and stage productions. Alec’s compositions enjoy a wide range of major clients, including USA National Cable TV, BBC Radio 1, BBC 1 Television, BBC 2, ITV, Channel 4, Sky, National TV ads in the UK, and many others worldwide.
Light, positive, on-going scientific theme. Warm and beautiful with a hint of concern. Fluid gentle electronic pulse rhythms with swelling voices and orchestral string section. Ideal for hi-tech, science, medical, documentary, corporate video. Main mix, underscore, string mix & 30sec versions. Instrumental, Dramatic, Ethereal Music
Electro dance beats to the Max! Mid tempo, insistent clubby dance with a darker sleazier side, perfect for steamy adult entertainment. Also great for cutting edge fashion with attitude - very contemporary. Underscore version ideal for technical voice-over scripts 7 cutting edge Audio Visuals. Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Stirring, proud and motivational orchestral build. Rhythmic piano patterns with staccato string accompaniment, gradually building to a crescendo, resolving at the end. Perfect for Radio and Television commercials, infomercials and corporate promos. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Orchestral
Thoughtful, reflective and melancholic piano duet. Gently pushing forward, time moving on, yet, emotional and mellow. Medium slow, piano figures building and swelling slightly with an underlying air of sadness. Ideal for natural world, seasonal, Autumnal and human emotion documentaries and drama. Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
Important, heraldic & grand orchestral fanfare. Very regal, epic and big. Ideal for Historic, Royal, Cinematic and dramatic events. Features trumpets, trombones and horn brass section, big percussion & harp. Very useable for logos and audio video idents. Instrumental, Dramatic, Regal Orchestral
Expansive, growing realisations. From absolute darkness, the first rays of light appear on the horizon. Understated light orchestral cue which builds from faint string murmurings, swelling to a wide panoramic vista. Perfect for aerial shots, documentary, nature and wild life television programmes, Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Edgy
Catchy, foot-tapping Ukulele strummer. Full of sunshine and happy feelings, this warm and friendly new folk underscore is perfect for advertising family orientated products and services on radio and television commercials or on-line promotions. Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Prestigious, grand, important & proud theme. Inspiring, forward thrusting and winning. Composed for presentations, awards & conferences, also perfect for finance, business, news documentary. Various thematic cuts and kit 0f parts - Main mix, 40sec, 30sec, Sting, Rhythm Bed, Info bed & 3 loops, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Questioning and cautious start, building to an uplifting of mood which bring light and solutions. Modern and interesting instrumentation. Composed for commercials, particularly suited to companies offering personal service such as legal aid, health treatments, finance solutions. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
Magical, enchanted and shimmering fairy tale. A fantasy world hidden deep in the forest, all twinkling with an icy frost. Features celeste, glockenspiel and lush strings. Perfect for fantasy TV or film through to commercials. Has a Christmas feel, but suitable for wondrous wintry tales anytime. Instrumental, Dramatic, Magical Music
Fantasy and wonderment. A flourish of a harp as a fairy appears, followed by light, prancing, sparkly bells and soft strings as she waves her wand and casts her magic spells. Perfect for stage productions, pantomime and children's television programmes, plus creative radio and TV commercials. Instrumental, Dramatic, Magical Music
Happy, laid-back, care-free and considered acoustic underscore. Very warm, sunny and innocent, with child-like qualities. Features acoustic guitar and vibes. Perfect for family orientated Ads, children, PSA's, wholesome food products & friendly service. 60sec, 40sec and 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Smooth Music
Hot, steamy, steady & solid modern underscore. Trendy, forward moving, rhythmic, drum & bass style, perfect for voice-overs or as background. This medium-paced track is great for contemporary fashion, shopping or adult entertainment. Main mix, 60sec, 30sec and non-vocal underscore mix, Instrumental, Dramatic, Electronic Music
High Brow classical baroque. Grand, proud and stately, yet serene and gentle. Symphonic strings take the lead accompanied by a harpsichord giving a feeling of graceful, steady and unflustered historic grandeur. Perfect for drama, documentary and radio and television commercials. Instrumental, Classical, Baroque
Fast, dynamic, racing, ultra cool rock underscore with real movement. An Exhilarating rush of adrenalin and power. Perfect for extreme sports and high impact sales. Features electric guitar power chords, Gritty synth, Bass, Keyboards. 60sec and 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Light news, business or hi-tech. Opens with considered steady light arps, in a more serious tone and gradually builds with percussion and sweeping strings to a positive uplifting conclusion. Perfect for Radio & Television commercials for financial services, legal services etc., plus TV documentary. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Pop Electronic
Interesting, warm and quizzical. A day in the life - an everyday story of a contented everyday life. Light orchestral arrangement featuring rhythmic staccato cellos, lush warm strings and woodwinds. Prefect for radio and television commercials for domestic products and household services. Instrumental, Dramatic, Heartwarming Music
Modern, warm, positive and infectious, forward-pressing & uplifting positive groove. Features picked strat guitar rhythm, electric piano, warm synths and acoustic guitar. Great for talk-over music, backgrounds, and feel-good situations. Various cuts available, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Mischievous, whimsical & inquisitive light orchestral waltz, featuring pizzicato strings & woodwinds. Great accompaniment for movement & light activity, dramedy with a comic if slightly hesitant feel & quirky characters. Perfect for Reality TV, dramedy TV or comedy. Various mixes & commercial cuts, Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Fiery, in-your-face Euro pop. Take it to the next level with this power pop, retro style track. Power brass stabs, big Euro synths and a strong beat. Perfect for TV Game Show Theme, through to harder sell radio and television commercials. Various mixes in commercial lengths, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Circular and light, a gentle reflection of life's rich tapestry or lifestyle character study. Catchy & fun which gently builds, featuring pizzicato strings. Perfect for family orientated products and service commercials, reality TV & dramedy. 60sec & 30sec full and underscore versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Cool, flowing, circular guitar figures, smooth & contemporary. Ideal for design, home make-over reveals, through to investigation, human stories and light documentary. Main mix, no drum mix, 60, 30sec & 2 loops, Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
Perky, friendly and happy. The perfect pizzicato accompaniment to a snapshot of daily domestic life. From getting the family up and out in a morning to rounding them all up at night. Features pizzicato strings set to a strong forward pushing beat. Specially composed for radio and TV commercials, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Quirky, meandering, foot tapping light activity, think old school magicians or mime artist act or 'Vision On' gallery. Also great for toddlers and small children tumbling around with their favourite kitten or puppy. Vibraphone, clarinet and brushed kit. Main mix, underscore, 60 & 30secs, Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Tender loving gentle romance, from the first young love, blossoming in to a full beautiful relationship. Features piano with string accompaniment slowly building to a crescendo. Perfect for wedding related goods and services through to caring for family members in older life. 60sec & 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
Jaunty, light & fluffy pizzicato strings. For those less than serious, whimsical moments. Full of movement & contains faster & slower passages with lots of pauses making it easy to edit. Perfect for Reality TV, Comedy, Light Corporate & Dramedy. Various mixes, Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Orchestral
Very Plucky, a little whacky, quirky and uplifting light jazz theme. Sort of light-hearted eurotrash. Features bass clarinet, sax, organ, pizzicato strings, double bass and vibes. Great for Ads that dare to be different. Main mix, 60sec, 30sec & 30sec underscore, Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Smooth, rich & mellow with a calm relaxed feeling. Light rolling theme with circular motion. Features rich tremelo strings, piano, acoustic guitar and light percussion. Great for relaxation, intermission music, on-hold, design and commercials. Main mix, u/score, 60 & 30sec versions, Instrumental, Corporate, Corp. New Age Acoustic
Smooth, rich & mellow with a calm relaxed feeling. Light rolling theme with circular motion. Features rich tremelo strings, piano, acoustic guitar and light percussion. Great for relaxation, intermission music, on-hold, design and commercials. Main mix, u/score, 60 & 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Ethereal Music
Fresh, forward moving and optimistic with a sense of getting somewhere and achievement. Begins with rhythmic piano and gradually builds throughout with a warm positive and caring feel. Great for a wide range of commercials from personal services to professional services. 60sec and 30sec versions. Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Stonkin' big brassy upbeat swinging theme, featuring big brass section, saxophones, piano, organ and driving percussion section. Perfect for TV chat show, Live shows, Theatre shows. Main mix, opening titles, closing titles, 60sec, 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Broadway
Full-on cheesy, camp & cheeky, retro Bossa Nova theme. Very kitsch, outrageous, tongue-in-cheek, fun mid-tempo lounge. Featuring organs, piano, sax and trumpet. Great for Reality TV, comedy, Eurotrash, big brash costumes & characters. Main mix, underscore and 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Accapella, jazzy male vocal combo groove, in the style of TV series 'Glee'. Warm, bright, catchy, friendly and confident. Vocal 'bah's & doo-doo's' with finger snaps part way through. Very Different! great for 30sec COMMERCIALS THAT STANDS OUT ABOVE THE CROWD! A Capella, Dramatic, Happy Music
Full of pride and emotion. Pulsing piano begins your emotional and inspirational journey, gradually building with swelling strings and orchestra to a crescendo then dissolving to the conclusion. Perfect for radio and television commercials that need emotion and pride. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
Comical, slightly clumsy, heavy footed silent movie style theme. Featuring honky-tonk piano, tuba, flute & clarinet. Contains stops and slower passages. Very Chaplin-esque & great for Silent Movies. Main mix, 60sec, & 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Space - the final frontier, communications atmospheric soundscape, vast galaxy & very floaty & gentle with random electronic fx. Perfect for spoof space commercials or serious space documentary. Fun radio transmissions, awesome & realistic with spacy winds swirling. 30sec version & 30sec drone mix, Instrumental, Dramatic, Magical Music
Bubbly and crazy, off-the-wall, dance groove with a steady uptempo beat. Rhythmic & repetitive. Features piano, synths, electronic game sounds. Great for electonic games and commercials. Versions with or without musical computer Fx. 30sec COMMERCIAL, Instrumental, Dramatic, Electronic Music
Calm & mellow, gentle & rolling acoustic pastoral theme. Think lazy summer days in the countryside with trickling, meandering streams. Perfect for nature, idyllic rural retreats, weather, gardening television programmes. Featuring acoustic guitars and piano. Main mix and 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Mellow Music
Bright, lively and uptempo underscore groove, in the style of a well known jungle endurance TV show. Lively groove for down in the jungle, with a funky Latin flavour and a hint of the exotic. Great for promos and talk-overs, commercials and comedy spoof. Various mixes and cut, Instrumental, Dramatic, Hectic Music
Bright, lively and uptempo underscore groove, in the style of a well known jungle endurance TV show. Lively groove for down in the jungle, with a funky Latin flavour and a hint of the exotic. Great for promos and talk-overs, commercials and comedy spoof. Various mixes and cuts, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Funky disco groove. Takes you straight back to the New York dance floors of the 70s, at the birth of disco. This underscore has it all - dance beats, punchy brass and funky wah-wah electric guitar. Great for retro pop documentary, film score, through to radio and television commercials, Instrumental, RnB, Funk
Uptempo, heavy, high-octane, bass pumpin' driven talk-over bed. Full of movement and action - Great for extreme sports, medium-fast action, fast cars, speed. Features solid electric Fender bass guitar, dirty gritty over-driven electric guitars, synth & steady beat. Main & 30sec versions, Instrumental, Sports, Extreme Sports Music
Light-hearted, gentle and meandering character study. Quaint and lovely, idyllic everyday life that wanders along without a care in the world. Features piano, bass clarinet, pizzicato strings, flute, glockenspiel and triangle. Great for lifestyle, warm and friendly radio and television commercials, Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century
Light, twinkly and pretty versions of the classic Brahms bedtime lullaby.
Very atmospheric for all babies and childrens bedtime applications. Two versions - (A) musicbox style mix & (B) a warmer musicbox mix with atmospheric strings. Both mixes Radio/TV commercial length 30 sec cuts, Instrumental, Childrens, Lullabies, Johannes Brahms
Light, Bright and Airy. Catchy pizzicato viola rhythm lends itself to a feeling of spring or summer. Loving family home, with children and the family dog - domestic bliss. Builds slightly to a quirky light double bass, triangle and percussion rhythm. Perfect for radio and TV commercials, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Big, bold, prestigious and proud ident or logo. Features timps, trumpets and keyboards. Perfect for company logo graphics, audio visual and films. Full mix 13sec and version without end chord. Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Proud, prestigious and stately orchestral theme. Fit for royalty and the gentry, sprawling country estates set in rolling green countryside, this theme oozes wealth and family heritage. Great for drama, documentary, radio and television commercials. Instrumental, Dramatic, Patriotic Music
Feel-good, positive, inspirational and uplifting track, with a strong corporate feel. Starts with piano pattern and swells to main theme featuring rhythmic strings, french horn, piano, acoustic Guitar, electric guitar. Great for events, presentations, awards. Various cuts & mixes, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
