Modern Jazz, also known as Progressive Jazz, includes various styles of Jazz that have evolved since the early 1940s and are marked generally by harmonic and rhythmic complexity, emphasis on chord progressions rather than melody, a tendency to draw on classical forms and styles, and eclectic, allusive melodic tags in improvisation. Modern Jazz dominated much of the instrumental Jazz scene until the new Smooth/Acid/Nu genres emerged. Bebop has had a significant influence on Modern Jazz - it is driven by complex, sophisticated harmonies and the combinations of acoustic instruments to create exciting new sounds, and it also includes odd time signatures and influences from other cultures such as ...
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It's early Friday evening at a local watering spot. A young lady sits alone at a table for two near a window, watching the sun go down and waiting for Mister Right to arrive. The house band is playing her favorite tune; she's lost in thought, hardly noticing as a gentleman approaches her table.. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
An uptempo modern jazz bebop composition for quintet. Features energetic improvised solos from electric guitar, tenor sax & piano. Similar to Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Kenny Garrett, Thelonious Monk, Branford Marsalis, Chick Corea, Andrew Hill, Herbie Hancock 1960's Blue Note Records. For films. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Keep Looking - A moody and investigative jazz groove featuring tenor saxophone, vibraphone and fretless bass. Fades from 3:05. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A fun, hip tune in the spirit of Ornette Coleman. a loose Free Jazz sound with the alto saxophone weaving melodies and improvisation in and out between the bass and drums. It's reminiscent of the 60's freewheeling jazz scene and would be great as background (or foreground) in a noir film setting. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Starts with solo acoustic piano followed by a brushed drum kit and acoustic/stand up bass. There are two parts to this medium slow jazzy track. Reminiscent of something you might hear on a Charlie Brown special. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Bold jazz track featuring adventurous piano melodies with a strong upright bass and drum accompaniment. Sounds like Duke Ellington, Oscar Peterson. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Heartfelt, slow paced and radiating a subtle beauty influenced by artists such as Brad Mehldau and The Bad Plus. Features Piano, Upright Bass and Drums great for romance, reflection and relaxation. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A swinging, quirky, happy, carefree bebop tune with solos from tenor sax, & a musical conversation between piano & guitar. In the style of Duke Ellington, Thelonius Monk, Herbie Nichols, Benny Golson, Mark Whitfield, Horace Silver, Cecil Taylor, Paul Motian, Lee Konitz & Branford Marsalis. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Jazz quartet of alto sax, piano, bass and drums drive forward in this energetic be-bop piece. Up-tempo and upbeat, the piano and bass provide a constant pattern to give a very mechanical and industrial feel whilst the sax solos creatively over the top. Also available as Loop 1 and Loop 2. Jazz, blue, Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
"Dollars To Donuts" = a sure thing! Our up-tempo arrangement (quarter note = 220) features vibraphone and acoustic piano solos backed by trombones, acoustic bass and drums. Our minor-key arrangement lends an air of mystery to an action-adventure or dramatic film or television production. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Great groove to this track featuring various types of drums and percussion with real alto saxophone floating on top.Would make a great theme tune or underscore to a variety of media. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Upbeat blues featuring a soprano sax and acoustic piano accompaniment. Sax takes the flowing lead melody lines and a neat solo section whilst the piano bounces and jumps along merrily underneath. A feelgood blues. Also available as a Loop and as a Sting. Jazz, blues, Acoustic, Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
It's incredible what can be said by just one note. Don't Be Afraid is a song about reflection on the journey of life with all it's ups and downs. Very heart felt and thoughtful, the song eventually transitions into a warm groove that is encouraging with the light of hope. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Beautiful Smooth Waltz Featuring Trumpet, Guitar and Piano. Gorgeous Melody and Solos. Great for Romantic settings including Documentaries, Travel Shows and Film Background Music Romantic, groovy lounge jazz instrumental with any wedding/cocktail party/celebratory feel! Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Float away is for that moment when you just want to escape... and then you actually do. It sounds like an astral dream and in it is a strange mixture of doubt and optimism. Euphoric in nature, the song is performed with the greatest care to detail and nuance. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
You Promised is a heart felt track that takes the listener through a variety of emotions. Starting with just the sweet trombone and fender rhodes, the band eventually comes in setting into a slow, sexy grove. As things progress and excitement builds, the same melody becomes joyous and much faster. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Starting out as a gregorian chant played by the piano in a very solemn style as if sung by monks, Everlasting Life is a song about the betrayal of the church against its lied to sheep. Then out of nowhere the song turns into a swinging angry jazz song reminiscent of Art Blakey & the Jazz Messengers. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A contemporary jazz piece with trumpet as the lead instrument accompanied by piano bass and drums. Rolling drum fills propel the ensemble with a percussive piano ostinato figure throughout, reminiscent of the modal jazz of Herbie Hancock and Chick Corea from the 60's. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
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A slow blues that begins with a piano solo and transitions into a full quintet sound with nice soothing male call and response vocals. Featuring Piano, Double Bass, Drums, Saxophone, Guitar, and Male Vocals. Perfect for any love related scene in a movie or even a travel or classy drink commercial. Male Vocals, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A medium-fast bluesy jazz progression that begins with a piano solo and transitions into a full quartet sound. The quartet section is perfect for an artsy movie intro. Featuring Piano, Double Bass, Drums, and Saxophone. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
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Jazz Fusion track in the style of Lounge is perfect for your mix, the background music for the club, vlog, video blog, the background music for the fashion show, background music for your presentation. Live recorded track with acoustic drums, electric guitar, bass guitar, keyboards and synth. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A serene, acoustic jazz trio track featuring guitar, upright bass and drums. The melody has a calming, pensive feel and the overall effect is floating and buoyant. Perfect for club, bar or restaurant scenes. Also a nice addition to radio playlists. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A gentle mid-tempo waltz with a loose tonality, featuring a piano trio of double bass and drums. A classical jazz track with an intricate melody that evokes feelings of relaxation, comfort, and dreams. Great for coffee houses, travel sequences in films, and classy luxury, and electronic commercials. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A modern jazz song with original melodies and instrumentation that evokes nostalgic feelings. Featuring Piano, Double Bass, Drums, Saxophone. Perfect for any underscore in a movie or tv show, as well as at a nice restaurant or outdoor venue. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A fast tempo straight jazz tune that showcases complex improvisations while keeping a consistent hook melody. Sounds like it could be in a classy travel commercial. Featuring Piano, Double Bass, Drums, and Saxophone. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A medium tempo intensely spooky jazz tune with flashes of suspense resembling an Alfred Hitchcock movie soundtrack. Featuring Piano, Double Bass, Drums, and Saxophone. A climax of emotions that takes the listener on a musical journey through multiple sections and motifs. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A medium-fast classy jazz spin cycle with intricate melodies and harmonies that one could hear in a live jazz club. Featuring Piano, Double Bass, Drums, and Saxophone. Could be used as background music for art action comedy movies like The Grand Budapest Hotel. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A medium-fast exotic blues with an upbeat film noir feel. Featuring Piano, Double Bass, Drums, and Saxophone. Reminiscent of a lively night out with friends at the jazz club. Applicable for many different video content projects, as well as tv, commercials, and movies when needed. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A medium-fast jazz trio with a presence that delivers the feeling it’s already the theme song for a well-known tv sitcom. Can also be a great fit for a real estate commercial with the right visuals and narrative. Featuring Piano, Double Bass, and Drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A medium-fast jazz instrumental trio with a fast-paced feel of a cartoon chase scene. A film producer could easily implement this into a tv, movie, or commercial scene where someone is running late and makes it in the brink of time. Not happy nor sad, but just the right amount of curiosity. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A warm but chilling mid-tempo swing with a sinuous sound reminiscent of the sunrise. Featuring soprano sax, piano, double bass and drums. The kind of tune that can put you in a state of total relaxation but equally provokes an ominous theme. Great for background in any tv or film or waiting room. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
modern progressive jazz quartet featuring drums piano upright bass and sax mellow relaxing smooth hip cool grooving rhythmic colorful positive pulsating percussive melodic animated bouncy bright vibrant instrumental perfect for Jazz radio corporate mall music phone hold music ringtones commercials, Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
modern jazz quartet featuring sax piano drums and upright bass alluring slow rhythmic smooth relaxing contemplative free flowing stirring vibrant bright percussive swirling feel good hip cool perfect for jazz internet radio corporate mall music phone hold music ringtones commercials advertising, Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Hipster Jazz track: Great for projects with a 1950's / 60’s commercial Vibe or a retro theme. Full range of appropriate instruments to whisk you back to the good old 50s / 60s with a cocktail in hand. Vibes, Marimba, strings, pizzicato plucks and even a harp add to the authentic vibe. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
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