Steve Rice is a versatile composer, keyboardist and accordionist based in Philadelphia. He records and writes with several outstanding ensembles including "Rouge" (French Cabaret), "Big Squeezy" (Zydeco), “Troy Kline” (Retro Vegas Lounge), and the Steve Rice Quintet (original Jazz). Steve's interests include Jazz, Classical, World, Traditional Ethnic, and Electronic music, as well SFX. He has a Film Scoring degree from Berklee College of Music, where he received the prestigious Oscar Peterson Award. Steve also tours part-time as pianist for the Harry James Orchestra.
I'm gonna go down swingin'. This jazz vocal burner has tons of attitude, presence, moxie and swing. Great for theme support of triumph over adversity, marching to your own drummer. Great vocals and a hot rhythm section. Classic retro jazz energy, rat pack swagger. Sports and jazz analogies. Female Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
Reminiscent of Vince Guaraldi and Charlie Brown Christmas. This traditional carol has a mellow, sophisticated jazzy nostalgia and longing, even sad or melancholy flavor. Great for a reflective holiday scene. Piano, upright bass and drums. real instruments. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
A jazz trio (piano, bass, drums) plays a slow tempo swing version of a traditional christmas carol. Lots of sophisticated blues flavor, reharmonization, dark jazzy colors. Bittersweet and melancholy. Reminiscent of Vince Guaraldi "A Charlie Brown Christmas" Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
A solo piano version of Hatikvah (the Hope) is a great choice for musical wallpaper for websites, youtube clips, powerpoint presentations, slideshows. Intentionally designed as a subtler choice, understated yet authentic. Underscore for Israeli, Jewish, Religious, Political, History. Played 3 times. Instrumental, National Anthem, Israel National Anthem
A famous Hymn written in 1862 by Rev. Joseph A Gilmore and composed in 1864 by William B Bradbury. Lyric themes include guidance, trust, comfort, faith, belief. This piano / vocal duet would make a good background or foreground track for a church service, Christian wedding, memorial service, funeral, Female Vocals, Spiritual, Christian Hymns
A beautiful, traditional Jewish melody interpreted here by a violin / piano duo. This well know song is used as a traditional Israeli dance, a Shabbat / Sabbath hymn, or as part of a wedding processional. Instrumental, Folk, Jewish Folk
this small chamber ensemble piece calls forth a sense of homecoming, family, nostalgia, longing, holiday warmth, security. Would make a good recurrent theme for a returning prodigal son, a Christmas drama, spiritual quest, childhood romance flashback, parental love, reconciliation, learning moment. Instrumental, Dramatic, Magical Music
Positive solo piano that creates an uplifting feeling suitable for emotional resolution, happy outcomes, corporate underscore, charitable pitches. Adds feel good energy to a scene. Can imply thankfulness or a sense of relief, of breathing again. Sunshine after a storm. Instrumental, Corporate, Corp. Pop Easy Listening
Classic torch song about the mystery of falling in love. Think 'Ella Fitzgerald sings the Cole Porter songbook. Great romantic vocal features with a classic jazz atmosphere. Starts rubato with the piano and vocal, and the band enters gently at 1:06. Brushes, sophisticated swinging. Real instruments. Female Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
Classic Big Band jazz with Hammond B3 Organ lead. The funk groove at the top erupts into hard swing, evoking classic Jimmy Smith and the Count Basie Orchestra. Bold, seven-horn shout chorus midway. Freddie Green style rhythm guitar. A variation of Troy Klines' vocal, "I Don't Wanna Be Here Anymore" Instrumental, Jazz, Exotica
A very evocative lo-fi live recording of a pianist and accordionist playing a beautiful progressive bolero/ballad. Shifting harmonies under the accordion lead call to mind the tango exoticism of Astor Piazzolla. Instrumental, Latin, Tango
A beautiful, sophisticated ballad for jazz trio. A powerful mellow mood is set with gorgeous chromaticism and Bill Evans style lyricism. Good for romance, reflection, lovemaking or melancholy. Last call with after hours regrets. Instrumental
A piano trio ballad with a great laid back feel and a gentle 1950's pop soulfulness. Think Dinah Washington "What A Difference a Day Made" or Etta James "At Last". 12/8 feel, real musicians with instruments! Instrumental, Pop, Pop Oldies
A traditional Christmas carol played by a jazz trio. Reminiscent of Vince Guaraldi and Charlie Brown Christmas. This version has a jazzy melancholy flavor. Great for a reflective holiday scene. Piano, upright bass and drums. real instruments. A jazz waltz in 3/4 time. Light feel. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
The traditional Italian Wedding Tarantella played by a live ensemble of real violin, accordion and tambourine. Great for a cooking show, vineyard tour, Godfather party, My Big Fat Italian Wedding, travel channel, history channel, Sons of Italy, source music. Performed by the "Strolling Neapolitones" Instrumental, European, Italy
An exuberant solo stride piano piece. Flashy and loose, it fits right in with bootleggers, Chicago speakeasy gangsters, molls, Jazz clubs, prohibition era cathouses, after hours New York nightclubs. Erroll Garner, Art Tatum, Fats Waller, Oscar Peterson, uptempo cutting sessions. PD composition. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Stride
If you're looking for great authentic jazz atmosphere for your production you've come to the right place! Step down into a 52nd St nightclub for a set of Sizzling bebop, swing, a sultry ballad, blues and latin jazz. Source or underscore. A classic collection of 7 different tunes, 14 tracks. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Elegant cocktail jazz duo (real grand piano, upright bass) playing a variety of tempos and moods. Great source music for a swanky restaurant or nightclub. Quality background source music supports romance and plot development. Couples dancing, late night love and remorse. NO DRUMS. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Elegant cocktail jazz piano trio playing a variety of tempos and moods. Great source music for a swanky restaurant or nightclub. Perfect for close couples dancing scene with dialogue. Jazz atmosphere, romance, candlelight. Real piano, upright bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
A traditional Mexican polka or corrido performed by a duo of violin and accordion. This composition dates to 1916 and is associated with Pancho Villa and the Mexican Revolution. Instrumental, Latin, Corrido
A pretty, melancholy "chamber new age" piece with violin, piano and bass. Good potential for emotional underscore. slw 3/4 time. Instrumental, New Age, New Age Acoustic
A famous Mexican song composed by Narciso Serradel Sevilla in 1883. This instrumental version features a nice harmonized line with accordion, guitar and bass. Instrumental, Latin, Latin Waltz
Bluesy jazz piano is joined by violin improv in the spirit of Stephane Grappelli. Mid tempo acoustic grooving. Swinging, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
perfect for an Italian Restaurant Scene, Cooking channel, Venice, Naples, MIlan Italian Travel sequence. Performed in the style of a strolling duo with violin and accordion. Live musicians, real instruments. This classic Italian song was composed by Ruggero Leoncavallo in 1904. Waltz, La Matinatta, Instrumental, European, Italy
A sultry, steamy, bluesy vocal tune delivered in hopes of a late-night liaison. Troy Kline evokes retro cocktail lounge flavor and shows his blues influences in this tune. A great guitar solo, hammond organ, piano solo nice background vocals. Like great jazz/blues songs of the 40's/50's. Atmosphere, Male Vocals, Blues, Honky Tonk
Uplifting, positive piano driven smooth jazz. builds. Suitable for elegant upscale romance, jazz atmosphere, luxury products, lives of the rich and famous, urban elegance, fine dining, corporate presentations, phone on hold service, background music service, bedroom scenes, soap opera, fashion shows, Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
A very swinging jazz piano trio interprets this traditional carol. Charlie Brown Peanuts Christmas. Happy music. In the style of: Vince Guaraldi, Red Garland, Erroll Garner, Oscar Peterson, Gene Harris, Dave Brubeck. Holiday cheer. Real instruments. Oh Come All Ye Faithful, Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
perfect for an Italian Restaurant Scene, Cooking channel, Venice, Naples, MIlan Italian Travel sequence. Performed in the style of a strolling duo with violin and accordion. Live musicians, real instruments. This classic Neapoliton song was composed by Eduardo di Capua. aka Marie, A Marie / Oh Marie, Instrumental, European, Italy
perfect for an Italian Restaurant Scene, Cooking channel, Venice, Naples, MIlan Italian Travel sequence. Performed in the style of a strolling duo with violin and accordion. Live musicians, real instruments. This classic Italian song was composed by Eduardo di Capua. Waltz,, Instrumental, European, Italy
A solo piano version of the traditional carol "O Little Town Of Bethlehem". Gentle background piano with sophisticated jazz harmony. Builds in intensity. Great for Holiday party background music.8 bar rubato introduction. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
Traditional American Folk Song / Children's song also known as "On Top of Spaghetti" . Played solo on a child's melodica. This version has reverb added, Free Reed, Melodica
a solo melodica version of the nursery song "Pop Goes the Weasel" Suitable for scenes, ads involving toddlers, babies, young children. 3 versions: Full version has grace note on "pop". Variation A is in Bb (lower key), Variation C is slower tempo. Recorded dry. Free Reed, Melodica
Here's a jazzy rendition of Red River Valley (Traditional) played on solo melodica. Good for a campfire scene / outdoorsy comedy sketch. novelty kitschy campy comic sketch, Free Reed, Melodica
A fairly straight rendition of Red River Valley played on solo Melodica. Sounds similar to harmonica. Paired with the "Jazzy" track, you could build a campfire/ outdoorsy mood with this track and deliver a musical punch line with the jazzy. Good pair for a comedy/sit-com, Free Reed, Melodica
A catchy uptempo bebop head with Trumpet and Tenor sax lead. Evokes John Coltrane's "Moments Notice" or Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie. Great for a nightclub scene. Sophisticated source music. Period urban jazz atmosphere. Real instruments. Instrumental
A slow solo piano blues in the style of the great tin pan alley era blues composers, Billie Holiday, Harold Arlen, Hoagy Carmichael, Duke Ellington. Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
A pretty and flowing solo piano version of Silent Night. Played 3 times with tag (high, low, high). Recorded live on a boutique grand piano. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
perfect for an Italian restaurant scene, Cooking channel, sidewalk cafe, romantically slurping spaghetti, "My Big Fat Italian Wedding", vineyards in Tuscany, travel documentary. Performed in the style of a strolling duo, expressive violin and accordion. Live musicians real instruments. That's Amore! Instrumental, European, Italy
A traditional, public domain waltz melody first published in 1895. This solo version is recorded on a genuine old upright tack piano (thumbtacks in the piano hammers). Evocative of the Victorian era, ice cream socials, 4th of July picnics, corsets and straw hats. Instrumental, Americana, American Patriotic
A sensitive, flowing solo piano interpretation of the traditional Christmas carol "The First Noel". Rubato, dynamic. Beautiful background solo piano for the holidays, family dinners, decorating the tree, sitting by the fireplace. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
A good-natured stride piano piece with rhythm section accompaniment. Light and humorous. Great accompaniment for a comedy sketch, children's show, funny situation, invasion of the mimes, time lapse, candid camera, worlds funniest videos, stupid pet tricks, sight gag. Lightens the mood instantly! Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Elegant cocktail jazz backtrack playing easy mid-tempo swing. Great source music for an elegant restaurant or nightclub. Perfect for close couples dancing scene with dialogue. Jazz atmosphere, romance, candlelight. Real piano, upright bass and drums, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
A fun, bubbly New Orleans Second Line style version of "Up On A Housetop" Piano, tuba and drums. this track is energetic, rowdy and jamming. Real musicians, holiday music with a twist! Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Whimsical
perfect for an Italian Restaurant Scene, Cooking channel, Venice, Naples, MIlan Italian Travel sequence. Performed in the style of a strolling duo with violin and accordion. Live musicians, real instruments. This is a classic traditional Italian song. Waltz, aka Veni Sul Mar, Instrumental, European, Italy
