Horror Music | Drama | Contemplative, calm, concerned, reprise, aftermath
Horror-influence contemplative and calm music, often associated with the preliminary discoveries or concerns leading up to a horrible situation, or the aftermath of a horrible experience. It can be worrying, somber, sorrowful, dreaded, concerned or sad. This music is often used early in horror movies and TV shows, before the plot thickens, or late in the movie after the major climax has passed.
Haunting atmosphere, a deep drone with delicate celesta and persistent rich and shifting over-tones creates an uneasy mood. Creepy and twisted it's well suited to scenes of Crime and Paranormal investigation like CSI, Supernatural Fringe or the X-files. Instrumental, Science Fiction, Ambient Soundscape
Exquisitely dark underscore for piano & strings. A slow, tension building track. As detectives arrive on the scene & forensics start photographing the scene, the cogs start turning & the jigsaw pieces start coming into focus. A heavy shadow of evil spirit hanging in the air of the dead crime scene. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Haunting, melancholic piece of music featuring delayed guitar, mandolin, tape strings, distorted rhythms, dark piano, to create an unsettling, sad melody perfect for evoking lone post-apocalyptic travel, foggy zombie infested cities, loss. Reminiscent of Silent Hill, The Road, The Walking Dead. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Dark, brooding strings and shimmering drones with choir chanting for an ominous vibe so you know trouble is right around the corner. Drums accent and pulse for action and adventure, war or crime drama. Great game, trailer score or commercial production. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Horror theme. Very disturbing piano melody will cause chills across the spine. Works well with other horror themes from this author. Dark and dissonant, disturbing and scary. The Nightmare as it worst. Think Haloween theme, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Psychological
Dark shadows, misty apparitions, ancient forest spirits, shivering leaves, ancient gnarled trees. An evocative atmospheric piece for harp, strings, celeste, piano and winds. Delectably atonal. Great scene setting for horror, suspense, Halloween, film noir. Shadowy music magical spells enchantments, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
The deluge has ended, the battle is over, the storm has passed. A hushed calm settles over post-apocalyptic landscapes. Dark and contemplative, orchestrated for piano, strings, and mallets. Great for dystopian evenings around the camp fire, suspense, drama, film-noir, horror. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Psycho meets Jaws with a deep sense of the exorcist riding Megalodon creating tension using discordant and unexpected sounds. Use this track to tap into deep instinctive fears and tensions. From war films and dramas to horror movies and magical adventure themes. Great use to enhance emotional impact, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
A sinister track with effected piano, dark strings and lo-fi interference. Depicts a scene of an eerie battle field of dead soldiers; the aftermath of mass destruction-spirits leaving bodies. Could also be used for scary scenes or disturbing phycological drama. Ending with a feel of closure. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
This dark, low-energy track features an eerie melody and background soundscape over light percussion. It is more reflective than confrontational, evoking the mood of just approaching (or escaping) a haunted house rather than the haunted encounter itself. Perfect theme music for dark projects. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
This dark, ethereal instrumental features an ominous electronic bass and a plucked sitar melody evolving over the length of the track. Has a calm but deeply ominous vibe. Perfect intro or background music for a horror scene or video. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Eerie experimental electronic music with a droning synthesizer that seems to be crying. The sound is very tense and foreboding. Great for dramatic horror movie scenes with contemplation or fear. It could also be good for nature documentaries or other types of film scores that need an eerie mood. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Ominous foreboding & creepy! Perfect for haunted house, cemetery, graveyard and other spooky themes. Minor organ chords blend with other dark sounds to give the feeling of complete isolation, fear and dread. There's no hope and no escape from the perils that await you beyond the cemetery gates. Hell, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Tense, suspenseful, edgy, dangerous, build up horror production music. Suitable background music in cinematic field for nightmares, haunted houses, creepy, spooky underground caves, tunnels, desert facilities, laboratories, hives chased by ghosts. It builds up slowly at the end being an action ready, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Psychological
The ruination of a post-apocalyptic world now overrun and dominated by throngs of zombies. This is an evocative, slightly quirky piece ideal for scenes calling for a largely hopeless atmospheric vibe with a menacing undertone. A plaintive piano, somber strings and distant trumpet with creepy synths. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
There is something lurking behind this 'calm' music. Don't be lulled into a false sense of security - the minor and discordant chords makes you think that, whilst it is all over, there is something still not quite right. Whether it is for danger, love, passion, evil this music goes all out to tease. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Pulsing, disturbing and tense. Mourning and melancholic, yet gritty and industrial, with powerful beats, eerie vocal line and sound effects. Urban horror sequences, solitary hero readying for battle, horrific remembrance. CSI murder scene, Forensic Files sorting evidence, Sci Fi paranormal Vampires, Female Vocals, Dangerous, Dark Music
Welcome to the town of Quiet Mound! It's just like Silent Hill, but in the state of Maine, so you get to meet Lovecraft's and Stephen King's baddies too. Slow, melancholic and contemplative score featuring piano, strings and electronic sound beds great for film, video games and trailers. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
This piece mirrors the current penchant for combining processed orchestral instruments with sound design elements in a style which is simultaneously electronic and organic in nature. Alternate variations on the main theme are included as well. Instrumental, Science Fiction, Ambient Soundscape
Scary music with chasing ghosts. Thrilling melody and chords. Use of horror films and television series, or in the mystical context. Trolls and elves and other strange characters in a nightmare night or a dangerous place. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Mysterious and unnerving melodies coupled with other worldly choir chanting gives this music an edgy drama. Psychological thriller, Sci Fi paranormal, space travel, starlight galaxies planetarium IMAX movie. Movies where the characters are confused and scared. Anxiety fear foreboding dread moody, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Chillout instrumental music with keyboards, synth and drums. Smooth keyboards and synth melody with slow drum make dreamy mood. dream scene, druggy moment, hallucinosis, sleep walker, walking and driving in the fog, dark ceremony of secret organization exploring haunted house Receiving psychotherapy, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Keep staring into the abyss, what do you see? You might not like it! A subtle evil piano leads the way then all hell breaks loose with drums, guitars, bass & horrifying choirs. Really scary music and sound efx. Perfect horror movie, sinister video game, creepy killer, CSI, intro to TERROR and FEAR! Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
The track opens with an ominous, repetitive piano with a deep underlying sub bass. Strings add an uneasy suspense accompanied with percussion. Great for horror, suspense, drama, scenes of tension, or transitions. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Strange and haunted music with little bells, light rhythm, delicate violins and ghostly female voice. Perfect for scene with an evil nurse or baby. Possibility to use it in a scene of loneliness and doubt. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
DELICIOUSLY DARK. Perfect for Drama / Thriller Productions. This track produces intrigue with sinister undertones. A timeless obscure passage initially with some simple detuned percussion which fuses later with electric kit drums and subtle pulsing synth chords. MYSTERIOUS & INTENSE, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Dark and ominous. Features brooding cellos, plaintive woodwinds, pulsating synth. Some bad stuff has gone down, and nobody wants to talk about it. Great for horror or sci-fi feature. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
A Spooky Ghostly Classical track for exclusively for Wizards, Witches, Sprites & Ghosts:) An enchanting work of musical art brought to life through sensitive and precise phrasing makes the music all the more emotive! Like Harry Potter. Related genre, Trick or Treat Halloween Jack Frost Autumn Winter, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Piano
A deep ambient dive into spacial discovery with a dramatic overtone. Gradually evolving and growing. Film, streaming, lounge, games, theme, credits. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Lush, dark electronics, anguished strings, and amplified horns are at the foreground of this haunting, and melodic dark ambient track; perfect for dark, mysterious and frightening video game, film, and online environments! Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Classic device of atonal pizzicato strings representing evil, degradation, and unrelentingly frightening dismay in Horror, Suspense and Thriller films. The 'Electronic Remix' pushes the boundaries of contemporary cinema with atmospheric electronics, surreal forms and cutting filters. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Edgy
A Gloomy Electronica Orchestral Hybrid best described as Sweet n' Creepy comprised of Mysterious Whistling, Ghostly Strings, Intense Synth Pads, Spooky Choir and an overall Ominous Atmosphere. Perfect for Vengeful Spirits, Love Never DIES, Haunted House, and Ghost stories. Also Alien Visitations. Instrumental, Horror, Gothic Moderate
Mysticism, horror, action, episodes, flash games, video games Apocalypse. the atmosphere of mysticism and horror. secretMysticism, horror, action, episodes, flash games, video games Apocalypse. the atmosphere of mysticism and horror. secret.. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Suspenseful arrangement of guitar without drums or percussion, ambient feel, perfect for a reveal or a tenuous resolution, dramatic opening. History, Learning, PBS, Discovery, Nature, CSI, documentary, film, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Suspenseful guitar line over a tense rhythm, leading to a cymbal splash, ideal arrangement for a reveal or plot resolution. Learning Travel MTV SyFy Discovery ID bumper underscore bed, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
This dark instrumental features a harpsichord and ominous bass over piano arpeggio and other minimal synth elements. Perfect intro or background music for horror, noir, true crime or unsolved mystery podcasts and videos. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
This track outlines a lonely walk through deserted streets, dark alleys and quiet roads. A somber atmoshpere which depicts contemplation, anxiety, sadness, and most of all, fear. Great intro for radio and TV productions. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Creepy, cinematic and suspenseful piano and keyboard instrumental. Really scary athmosphere in this beautiful composition, perfect for the Halloween season. Great for TV, movie or advertising use. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
A modified Pierrot Lunaire ensemble. A melancholic atmosphere lays out the scene of a small town with dark secrets. The haunting melody in the solo piano slowly builds as marimba, then viola, trumpet, contrabass, and finally winds are added. Somber winds and high strings build to a vibraphones fade. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Contemplative Horror music intro, perfect for creepy TV show credits (intro or outro), featuring calm gypsy-esque music with pipe organ accompaniment, screeching flocks of bats, howling screams of terror, perfect to set a quirky, campy mood for any kitschy horror production. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
A Horror Sound Alike track loosely based on Danny Boyles 2002 '28 Days Later'. A scary and ominous track that slowly builds, using a very scary 'dissonance' technique that was also used in the film. A Spooky and scary track that will work great as a 28 days later themed song. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Soft menacing & edgy orchestral piece. Piano and violins play disturbing and disjointed melodic textures against each other to create this very strange and spooky suspense horror piece. Disturbing ghostly, paranormal, spiritual murderous dark horror or tense thriller. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Assassin's Tale is an action filled cue perfect for escalating fight scenes, action sequences or anything requiring High Intensity. Although it has overtones of Asia and the Middle East, shorter edits below will help you tailor it to your needs, be it a kung-fu battle, car chase, or Halloween Horror, Instrumental, Horror, Horror Action Intense
Middle eastern instruments and chants evoke a desert scene with a foreboding mood that builds as the voices become less and less human and the ancient demons seem to call out from beneath the desert sand. Equally suited as an introduction or used during an aftermath. Female Vocals, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Very low profile, dark musical underscore. Dark piano, cello, strings, drone. No real melody, just dark semi-orchestral ambient music and sound textures. Suitable as a dark, mysterious drama film score background. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Dark music coming from the underground and developing with a Piano Theme. Works great in Horror, Thriller, Suspense, Film Noir. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Contemplative
Paranormal, obsessed, recollected afterlife, bringing something back with you, this is a dark, evolving sinister brooder. Meant to lurk under your deceptive vision and work perusal fear on the audience at the same time. Dark evil unyielding intensity in a simple but effective Horror/deranged floor, Instrumental, Dangerous, Mysterious Music
