The Romantic era was another period of rapid evolution in music. From the foundations laid down by the Classical masters, composers were now composing from the heart. The fact that composers were no longer employees but independent meant that they could follow their own direction, composing music that pleased themselves. Of course composers still had to live so they accepted commissions, made deals with publishing houses, composed music with commercial value, and promoted their own music through concerts across Europe and other parts of the world. Many composers of the time were also very skilled performers or conductors and would therefore go on tour with their new works. Thus composers wer ...
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Full orchestra. Famous, rousing classical piece conveys victory, exploration, reaching for the stars metaphorically, winning at a sports competition, like a much more fired up Chariots of Fire. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period
Dynamic instrumental-only version of this classic from Bizet's opera Carmen. Dramatic elegant orchestral, playful and sweet, tender and wholesome, great for children's productions, or any scene needing sneaky, yet fun and highly recognizable music. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Georges Bizet
Tchaikovsky's Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairies from the ballet The Nutcracker in its full orchestral glory. Exciting and perfect for Christmas holidays. A little mysterious and mischievous but tender and playful. Waiting for Santa, families & kids shopping, wrapping presents, filling stockings. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Les Filles de cadix is a famous song by Leo Delibes. Originally for Soprano and piano, this is a solo orchestra version, suitable for a soloist accompaniment. This track is perfect for romantic, period scenes, TV and film instrumental. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Leo Delibes
The famous theme written by Richard Strauss. Made universally known by the movie 2001: a Space Odyssey. First movement, Introduction, Sonnenaufgang, or Einleitung. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Richard Strauss
Cavalleria rusticana (Rustic Chivalry) is an opera in one act by Pietro Mascagni to an Italian libretto by Giovanni Targioni-Tozzetti and Guido Menasci. Considered one of the classic verismo operas, it premiered on May 17, 1890 at the Teatro Costanzi in Rome. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Pietro Mascagni
The romantic theme from the movie "Somewhere in Time." A classic from the Romantic Period with grand piano and dramatic strings. Great to use in radio productions, commercial music services, rom-coms and more. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Sergei Rachmaninoff
Melody repeats throughout. Starts off quietly. Sprightly, fun & dramatic. Volume and speed builds as more sections of the orchestra join in the melody towards a big climax. From THE PEER GYNT SUITE. Performed by the MOSCOW INTERNATIONAL SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Edvard Grieg
One of the most popular and well-known waltzes of all time. The waltz starts with shimmering violins and a French horn spelling out the familiar waltz theme, rising briefly into a loud passage, then proceeding quickly to the core of the song. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Johann II Strauss
Mozarts best known and loved piano concerto. A real masterwork! The 1st movement is a moderate tempo, with exciting piano passages. and wonderful orchestral interludes. Edgy playful regal and dramtic. Period documentary, PBS Special, to the manor born, masquerade ball, museum opening, the arts. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
The current trend for using well known classical music for film and advertising shows no sign of stopping. You too can instantly add class and sophistication to your production by choosing a well loved classic such as this stirring piece that is sure to move your audience. EMOTIONAL STRINGS. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Gustav Mahler
Debussy, the french impressionist composer was a master at creating atmosphere and colour in his music. The movie Oceans 11 uses this as its theme music. A very special piano composition, depicting the moon and its magnificent serenity. Michael Charles Clark's recording is warm, elegant and sublime. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Claude Debussy
Beautiful original orchestral composition that develops into a tango. Great soundscape for romance, asignations, ballroom galas, 1930s and '40s Argentine or Latin films, high fashion, catwalk, rich lifestyles, Dolce & Gabanna, Tiffany, David Yurman, and more. Argentine tango with Euro overtones. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period
Moody and dramatic, alternately dark and brooding then playful and rousing, this track encompasses the full range of human emotion and psyche. Part Broadway, part epic dramatic, part Can-Can, this track works well in films, games and multimedia creations. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Liszt
Lush and festive strings star in this popular classical composition. Great for dramatic and romantic films, movie trailers, in-store media, radio productions, background music for television shows and much more. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Gioacchino Rossini
Mozart's light and lovely Flute Quartet Rondo is ready to enliven your project. Perfect for animated films, romantic stories, PBS, Discovery, nature shows and much more. A positive and bright presentation. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Bright & staccato classical baroque style waltz. Very stately, graceful and historic English Lords and Ladies curtsying and bowing as they danced. Features marcato string ensemble, oboe, bassoon and piano. PERFECT FOR HISTORICAL & DRAMA. Main mix, 60, 30 and 10sec versions, Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period
The famous opening of Richard Strauss's tone poem Thus Spoke Zarathustra (Also sprach Zarathustra or Thus Spake Zarathustra). A thrilling orchestral piece with bombastic timpani, made famous by Stanley Kubrick's film 2001: A Space Odyssey. Rising, triumphant, awakening. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period
A hauntingly romantic piano solo. Very appealing classical track. Sets a perfect mood for those heartfelt intimate moments. Passionately performed. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period
Very fast, rousing and fun polka. Title may be interpreted as "Chit-chat" and may refer to the Viennese passion for gossip. Strauss may have been referencing the burlesque 'Der Tritsch-tratsch', or possibly his first wife's (Henrietta Treffz) poodle, named Tritsch-tratsch. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Johann II Strauss
Loud English march used at the world famous Last Night Of The Proms annual concert. Contains the serene Land Of Hope And Glory melody. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Edward Elgar
Mozart´s Clarinet Concerto is one the most sublime instrumental works ever. Voted number one in the year 2004 on the top 100 classical charts! This rendition is just delicious. Great to use in period piece films, commercials, documentaries and much more. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
This is a fairly well-known Beethoven symphony, epic in nature, playful, fast and dynamic in 6/8 time with alternately swirling and bouncing orchestrations, Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Ludwig van Beethoven
Swirling strings back bold brass melodies in this proud and powerful piece. 5.20 minutes of the most exciting and startling music! Swirling soaring brave heroic and stately. Pompous, proud and over-the-top. Action adventure, space travel, discoveries, epic new product launch, corporate branding. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Richard Wagner
Considered one of Sousa's finest works, it will be associated with Monty Pythons Flying Circus, playing over its opening titles. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, John Philip Sousa
A symphonic suite composed in 1888 based on The Book of One Thousand and One Nights, this work combines features common to Russian music, and of Rimsky-Korsakov in particular: dazzling, colorful orchestration and an interest in the East, which figured greatly in the history of Imperial Russia. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Nikolai Rimsky-Korsakov
Soft, French romantic-style track in 3/4 time. Piano plays the melody, accompanied by soft, subtle strings. Features a celesta when the melody is repeated. Dreamy, reflective, quite cold but also hopeful. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period
Full orchestra, sweeping and soaring soundtrack. Beautiful and moving, mysterious and stirring. Ready for your fantasy, adventure or action film. Perfect for Animal Planet, PBS or Discovery. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Claude Debussy
Mozart´s Rondao Alla Turca. One of Mozart´s most famous and popular piano melodies. Fast and catchy. Perfect for radio productions, carnivals, in-store media, documentaries, humorous commercials and much more. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Beautiful instrumental version of Schubert's Ave Maria with classical violin, concert harp and background strings. Perfect for Christmas, religious projects, weddings, background, underscore or other dramatic use. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Franz Schubert
Mozart's best known and loved piano concerto. Add a touch of class to your media production with this classical composition. Calm and peaceful, refined and gentle. Great for in-store media, dramatic or romantic films documentaries and radio projects. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
Orchestral, sneaky and orchestral, almost Bohemian in nature, with playful joyful passages, excellent use of varying string textures with contrasting pizzicato and bowed strings, Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Edvard Grieg
Strauss' beautiful waltz. Lovely and sweeping, grand in scale. Initially written as a tribute to the beautiful blue Danube River in Germany, but equally applicable to any beautiful place in nature or a desire to portray feelings of happiness and contentment in your projects. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Johann II Strauss
