Contemporary instrumental music was informed by the aesthetics of new age's progressive electronic wing, but drew from a wider range of emotions and styles. Where progressive electronic emphasized lush, elaborate, and often grandiose compositions, contemporary instrumental was just as free to settle into simple, quiet rumination, or to prominently feature soloists in addition to accessible melodies. Contemporary instrumental also made greater, sometimes exclusive use of acoustic instruments, particularly when artists wanted to create mellow, pleasant moods. The recordings of pianist George Winston helped establish this direction during the early '80s. Not all contemporary instrumental artist ...
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The ukulele might be the featured instrument on this reflective track but there is more going on here to give the track a grander feel. Some orchestral type drones and a piano counter melody give track a nice pleasing lift mid way through. Could work equally well for a TV show or advertising spot. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Driving through the desert night. You look up at the stars and... The music begins. Ideal for travel shows, cooking shows, TV, film, and lots more. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
As the mist sails across the ocean, you realise the you're in a different country with a different culture. The ocean is familiar & dreamlike but there is a geographic influence upon it. Suitable for documentary, film, DVD or TV. Available as part of the "Circles and Cycles Volume 1" soundpack, Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
New age rock with catchy motif, for brand association, a segue or show ID. Exciting short rock snippet slowly fading into mellow. Progressive. Alive. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Instrumental, New Age Music, New Age Electronic bells, swoosh fx, quirky instrumental background music, Dream-like fairy-tale atmosphere with background boys choir, Angelic Choir. Delightful, dreamy and atmospheric in nature supporting gentle christmas bells an emotional journey. Winter mystery. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
An intense spine-tingling but beautiful track, led by piano and strings with deep percussive elements, that conveys an ominous moment. Great cinematic cue for those gulp-taking 'looking into the horizon' scenes. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Vibraphone, upright bass & hihat cymbals play simple pattern a la The Pink Panther. Vibes rising & falling to build suspense. Devious deceitful sneaky comic scenes, underscore humorous tongue-in-cheek voiceovers or narration. Laidback 60s private eye, dark humor. Key of C minor, 120 beats/min, Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
A textured ambient piece with intertwining melodies, kind of like an audio version of a kaleidoscope. Calming, colorful, inspiring, slightly melancholic. Great for imagery, film, visual arts, web site or other inspiring media. Composer: Bjorn Lynne (ASCAP/PRS). Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
new age smooth jazz (sort of a waltz) with a touch of r&b folk guitar instrumental, beautifully haunting and passionate. great for love , romance, dance and touching scenes a little lost and lonely feeling maybe good by..... Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
As a rainbow appears and arrests our vision, so too does the production of this composition. Aurally as delightful as a rainbow is visual, 'Through a Rainbow' engages the listener to imagine its beauty as though one was witnessing its splendor for its naturally brief, yet spectacular duration... Mixed Vocals, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Bright, upbeat corporate video, PSA or cultural theme song. Film, TV show, documentary or playful kids commercial, advert or background music. Information technology, webisode, cartoon, childrens video game. Mischievous romantic comedy, office pranks. Flying kites, happy families, sunny skies. Male Vocals, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Bright, upbeat corporate video, PSA or cultural theme song. Film, TV show, documentary or playful kids commercial, advert or background music. Information technology, webisode, cartoon, childrens video game. Mischievous romantic comedy, office pranks. Flying kites, happy families, sunny skies. Male Vocals, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Up-Tempo: Efective support for your voice-overs. This fresh and piquant background track is colorfully laced with cool keyboards and attractive contemporary guitars. New Age, Contemporary Instr
Mellow track featuring marimba with real clarinet floating above.Very good piece for underscore to natural history or science media. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
A long and evolving, soothing and relaxing track with occasional melodic elements and sounds of birds and nature in the background. Ambient New Age Harp with a charming sense of being outdoors in a forest or nature preserve. Gentle and delicate relaxation, morning walk or enjoying the sunrise. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
A rich soundscape for drama and mystery with accordion, violin and world percussion samples giving a french/European tint. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
A dearly loved, beautiful piece of traditional English / Celtic music, Greensleeves is one of the most universally known and loved melodies in the world. This warm and gentle arrangement of Greensleeves features piano, harp, acoustic guitar, cello and violin for a traditional Irish / Celtic sounding, Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Hypnotic, mysterious, suggestive music; it starts with a minimalistic arpeggio then enter distant voices and bass notes that hints to the harmony. We are not moving in space anymore, we are suspended in the middle of the universe, Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Taking account of one's life. A gentle and intimate instrumental work for solo piano, string orchestra and subtle electronic ambiance. Reflective, thoughtful and accepting, this is contemplative music that suggests thinking, decisions and uncertainty. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
As smooth as chocolate, this is a mellow chillout / ambient track in the style of Zero 7, featuring a deep groove, acoustic guitars and a heavenly voice texture on the chorus part. Exotic and silky -- great for holiday, love, vacation, travel, relaxing and romantic times. Composer: Dan Gautreau, Instrumental, Pop, Pop Groove
A beautiful and contemporary atmospheric track featuring Celtic/Enya choral sounds, guitar harmonics and contemporary percussion and drum loops. Floating and dreamy, a journey through time and space. Ideal for meditation and relaxing, continually evolving and engaging the listener. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Peaceful New Age piano melody playing over an electronic drum beat and synth textures. Emotional, creative and evolving. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Light, melodic pop/new-age instrumental with positive feel. Great for corporate and muzak applications, elevator music, phone on-hold, etc. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
A track inspired by a wave building in the Atlantic, rising up to a crescendo, breaking and then resolving to lapping on the shore. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
On the Morrow of Today: A warm, positive and melodic fantasy/celtic inspired track. Have a little patience with this one -- the atmospheric intro section lasts for about 1 minute before the tempo picks up to an upbeat celtic jam with piccolo flute, guitars, hand drums, etc. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Medium slow tranquil and soothing chill out inspirational instrumental featuring guitar and pan flute. Also piano, strings, cello, strings, light drums and congas. Soothing, calming, spiritual, emotional, ethereal. Slightly jazzy in the bridge sections. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
This contemporary new age instrumental presents a melodic theme that utilizes a recurring motive that continuously cycles over a changing chord progression... Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Simple piano chords resolve through close harmony pattern, with percussion and double bass. Suggested for supporting, uplifting, positive scenes, underscoring of narration, public service announcements, voice-overs, transitions or 60 second TV and radio commercial spots. Key of F, 110 beats/min, Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
The main musical theme in this piece is performed on piano and is further complimented by some ambient electronica sounds and a gentle hi-hat rhythm... Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Piano, bass guitar, synthesizers, congas and percussion play moody A/B patterns with bridge. Suggested for scenes of intrigue, romance, plotting, scheming, cosmopolitan nightlife and to underscore narration, public service announcements. 135 and 140 beats/min, key of A minor modulates to G minor, Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Contemporary easy acoustic guitar oriented piece, memorable. Evokes peaceful, cheery, serene. Picture the breeze. Or for branding or commercial. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
confident but delicate and subtle piano arpeggios and fresh electronica elements give this piece a wide variety of uses, Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Bright, thought-provoking, corporate video, PSA or cultural theme song. Film, TV show, documentary or playful kids commercial, advert or background music. Information technology, webisode, cartoon, childrens video game. Mischievous romantic comedy, office pranks. Flying kites, happy families, fun! Male Vocals, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Sweet, easy and light piano instrumental with mid-fast tempo. Fitting for soundtracks and themes like relaxing, nature, spa/healing, scenic traveling and more. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Warm and soothing instrumental. Delicate piano theme, relaxed downbeat rhythm and warm pads. Atmospheric, laidback and media friendly. Perfect for website background music and for corporate, business and Film TV to support relaxed and sophsticated images. Available in various edits. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Beautiful, relaxing new age instrumental that has a catchy Irish chorus melody and uplifting mood. Great for nature shows, travel documentaries etc. Inspired by nature and Pagan spirituality. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Exciting, tribal, new age instrumental with Shamanic drums and catchy melodies. Also contains sound effects of fire to create an impression of a tribe dancing around a fire. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
