Larry Castle is a California native who grew up in the rich musical culture of the San Francisco Bay Area during the 1960s. He studied both Classical and Jazz styles at Cal Fullerton University and later at the Dick Grove School in LA, and his career as a musician includes over 30 years of work throughout the state. From mysterious and exotic, to downright funky, Larry writes highly emotive music for TV and Film in a wide range of genres, including Jazz, Blues, Latin, Rock, Electronic, New Age, Dramatic, World, Country, Hip Hop, and more.
Hip Hop instrumental with a Tension vibe. The middle section has a Romantic vibe and then moves back into the main theme. Makes a nice background piece and can be used in various applications. Instrumental, Hip Hop, Dramatic Hip Hop
A CHILL mix. It uses a strong bass and kick line along with interesting original instruments on the melody. The vibe is somewhat Sullen and Down in a hip way. This version uses a different melody and mix than the original. Instrumental, Hip Hop, Hip Hop Instrumental
A Metaphysical, Mysterious New Age composition with a Mystical Vibe. The piece is Reflective and Contemplative... taking the listener on a journey far away from the trials and tribulations of the world. Instrumental, New Age, Atmospheres
Nice jazz feel at 116 bpm. The main track is done on acoustic piano and includes drums with light percussion and a nice muted style bass track The vibe is uplifting and warm. The vibe in Romantic. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Fusion
Novel theme which could work in a Romantic Comedy application. The theme is done on a clarinet and is fun with a touch of satirical humor. Will fit in a variety of applications for television and film. Instrumental, Pop, Party Pop
An Ambient composition with Drama. The Vibe varies, as it carries Hope, Destiny and a sense of the Present. The piece is a soundtrack and uses Piano for Melodic ideas. Instrumental, Action, Moderate Electronic
Edm style influenced by "I Want You to Know", by Zedd featuring Selina Gomez. The instrumentation is electronic with the kick drum beating at quarter notes. The piece moves from the verse into a bridge and back to the verse. The feel is upbeat and positive. Instrumental, Electronic, Electro Hop
Electro Samba feel against an Ambient background. The vibe is mysterious and a bit abstract. The rhythm is a hybrid jazz hip hop feel which nicely supports the abstract keyboard, which is done on a Rhodes electric. Instrumental, Action, Action Moderate Ethnic
Slow groove with a hip hop influence bass and drum track. The melody is done on synth. The tempo is at 96 bpm. The vibe is moody and laid back. Nice fit for Romance, Lounge and Drama scenes. Instrumental, Lounge, Chillout
Written for Television and Film, this is a Dramatic piece. The melody is done with Horns and Strings, with a strong percussive background. The Vibe is one of Action and Drama. Instrumental, Action, Moderate Electro-Orch
A KILLER ELECTRIC VIOLIN track. It covers various genres as it mixes in JAZZ, COUNTRY, ROCK, and FUSION, a la Jean Luc Ponty. A good fit for Television and Film scenes, Documentaries, and Radio. The Rhodes (piano pad) track in the background is subtle and offers a sense of INTRIGUE. Instrumental, Jazz, Nu Jazz
Strange and Eerie, with a mysterious and curious underlying vibe. Has somewhat of a droning nature. Interesting bird like sound effect. A haunting piece that would fit into various applications. Instrumental, Dangerous, Danger Ambient
Dangerous Atmosphere in a rhythmical set up. The rhythm drops out in the middle section, which is droning and mysterious. This piece was written with the idea of being an ambient background to support film content. Instrumental, Dangerous, Danger Ambient
Hip Latin Pop Groove at 95 bpm. Features acoustic piano with drums, bass and pads. Nice middle section. The vibe is bouncy, yet warm, so the piece will work in a variety of applications including, Romance and Travel. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
A heart felt track that can be played in numerous settings including film, television and radio. This composition is emotive and expresses emotions and feelings necessary to convey your intended message. Instrumental, New Age, New Age Acoustic
Quiet and Sophisticated Acoustic Guitar with strings and a deep bass at a subtle level. Use for quiet and moody environments in both film and television. Also makes a nice listening piece for restaurants and outdoor cafes. Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Mellow Music
Nice Groove... kicked back in a Chill Hop style with Jazz influences. The support in the bass and kick is a cross between Hop and a Samba. Solos are done in guitar and electric piano. Instrumental, Jazz, Chillout Jazz
A Mysterious piece that starts out with a Low Foghorn sound... This sets the tone for an ambient experience in the fog.... anyone who has driven in a thick Fog or been on the water during such a time will relate. Instrumental, Dramatic, Eclectic
An Ambient Spacey piece. It is Haunting and would make a nice home for Ghostly apparitions. It would also work well in other venues as it has a mysterious quality to it. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Ambience
Electronica dub style techno with Hard hitting drum tracks at 130 bpm. This piece goes through various changes always maintaining a strong pulse with exotic parts. It's a good fit for action and drama scenes as well as a travel documentary to exotic places. Instrumental, Action, Intense Electronic
A Melodic Kicked Back composition with elements of Ambience, Latin, New Age and Jazz. The melody is done in flute and strings... along with another original sound that provides some harmony. The vibe has a touch of Romantic Mystery. Instrumental, Pop, Pop-Jazz
A heart felt track that can be played in numerous settings including film, television and radio. This composition is emotive and expresses emotions and feelings necessary to convey your intended message. Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Mellow Music
A Melodic piece written in the wee hours of the morning. The melody is done in flute and the vibe is Mysterious, Mystical and Reflective. Written without any percussion tracks, the nylon stringed guitar supports the rhythm. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
An Ambient Spacey composition... The length is 4:31... and it goes through a journey, coming full circle back to the start. The tempo is moderate at 90 bpm and there is an subtle rhythmic pulse throughout the piece. Instrumental, New Age, Abstract
A jazz bop composition featuring horns and a flute section with a nice piano solo. Includes upright bass and drums. Will fit into a variety of applications, including club, lounge. street, etc. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Laid Back Romantic Groove with a strong, yet subtle bottom push. Synth string on the top melody line. String quartet on the intro and in one of the transitions. Nice fit for Romance scenes. Instrumental, Dramatic, Tender music
Mystical and meditative. A quiet, contemplative composition. Calm and peaceful. Dreamy and Ethereal. Makes a nice piece for relaxing, or as an ambient background to a documentary. Instrumental, New Age, Meditation
A Rock Anthem. The melody is done in guitar. It has a traditional feel and is somewhat Heroic and Noble in it's Vibe. The Title is in remembrance of all the Great Ones who passed. Instrumental, Rock, Post-Rock
Mystical and meditative. A quiet, contemplative composition. Calm and peaceful. Dreamy and Ethereal. Makes a nice piece for relaxing, or as an ambient background to a documentary. Instrumental, New Age, Atmospheres
Deep, Strange, Haunting, Eerie, Spacey... The piece is an Ethereal Soundscape that fits nicely into the Real of Sci-Fi, Metaphysical, Abstract, Yoga, Meditation etc. Castle wrote this piece as part of a relaxation cd called “Approaching the Palace”. Instrumental, Science Fiction, Ambient Soundscape
Hip groove with a hip hop influence in the low end. The melody is mysterious and done on synth. The tempo is at 100 bpm. The vibe is moody and laid back. Nice fit for Romance, Lounge, Travel, Leisure and Drama scenes. Instrumental, Lounge, Chillout
High energy exotic Techno at 160 bpm. Good fit for action and drama scenes and Documentaries in of a high tech, high energy fit. No melody here, just a hard paced fast groove with subtle harmonic movement. Instrumental, Action, Intense Electronic
An effects type of work based on a drum bed at 130 bpm. Has a sci-fi futuristic feel and is abstract with no tonal center. Variations can be made available on request. It has a mysterious quality to it and can be used in many applications. Instrumental, Electronic, Electro Ambient
Moody and Contemplative Features synths and acoustic guitar. It's a heart felt track with a potentially good fit for Romantic scenes that include breakup and insecurity, tragedy, documentaries and film noir. Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Mellow Music
Traveling into an Ambient and Mystical atmosphere where it is Quiet and free of distraction. The vibe is Mysterious and Metaphysical, reaching for a soundscape into that which can not be known. Instrumental, New Age, Atmospheres
A mysterious and ambient background ready for use, including television, film and documentaries. It uses a haunting vibe with a lonely piano playing sparsely at times during the piece. Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Mellow Music
Mellow Romantic Brazilian Jazz featuring tenor sax and Guitar.. Simple orchestration with GUITAR, BASS, and drums. Nice fit a Television, ROMANTIC SCENES, cafes, restaurant and travel. Instrumental, Jazz, Bossa Nova Jazz
Festive Island Tropic Steel Drum music. Strong indigenous rhythms featuring congas and Timbales. The vibe is fun and dance oriented, so a great fit for party and dance scenes. Instrumental, Tropical, Caribbean Music
Moody,.. Rebellious... A mysterious approach using rock concepts along with tradition and non traditional instruments to create a tension style piece in a grass roots fashion. Instrumental, Action, Thriller Country
Uplifting and Warm, featuring Vibraphone. Light percussion with bass, piano, drums and strings in support. The vibe is happy, joyous and easy. Nice fit for Romance, Leisure, Travel, Cafes, Restaurants and On hold phone. Instrumental, Pop, New Romantic
A solo Piano composition containing elements of jazz and mystery. The piece is melodic and thematic and has heart. Available and ready to place in various situations, depending on the need,. Instrumental, Jazz, Dramatic Jazz Piano
Perfect background cue for Television and Film Crime drama. Great for shows like CSI, NCIS, MENTALIST, etc. This music provides a sense of Mysterious Tension along with a sense of Curiosity about "What Will Happen Next.. ?! !" Super cool percussion and effects tracks. Instrumental, Action, Theme Crime
Mid tempo funk pop fusion. Nice head and synth solo. The tempo is at 90 bpm. This is a fusion style piece with a nice synth solo. The melody is done with synth horns.. The vibe is upbeat, yet urban, so the piece can be used in drama, radio, cafe, and on hold phone. Instrumental, Action, Moderate Jazz
A Sad, yet Hopeful Ballad. The melody is done in Piano, along with an Oboe presented later in the piece. The title is a dedication to a great movie series along with a wonderful composer. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
A melodic uplifting jazz samba, featuring nylon stringed guitar, with upright bass, sax, piano, guitar and drums. Has a nice flute solo and uses strings the interlude to add to the ambiance. t fits into various applications, including, club lounge, travel, documentary, mystery, etc. Instrumental, Brazilian, Samba
Part of a set of Relation Music compositions. The melodic content is mysterious and mystical. Great for relaxing, resting, napping, etc. Atmospheric Space Music. Enjoy. Instrumental, New Age, Meditation
From Diego's Journey.... Long and hip jazz ambient track.. influenced by Miles, Weather Report, Herby Hancock and Bennie Maupin. The vibe is cool and hip. The melody evolves and morphs continuously, letting the piece flow and evolve. Instrumental, Action, Moderate Jazz