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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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
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
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 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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Melody repeats throughout. Starts off quietly. 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
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
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
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
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
Evokes the dignified elegance of a reception at the royal Spanish court as a young princess moves gracefully through the steps of the Pavane, a slow processional dance that enjoyed great popularity in the courts of Europe during the sixteenth and seventeenth centuries. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Maurice Ravel
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
Satie's Gymnopedies are ethereal, atmospheric pieces regarded as precursors to modern ambient music. Brian Eno cites Satie as his prime influence. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Erik Satie
Rousing orchestral track, bright and cheerful, perfect for Disney, Children's, Fantasy, Knights of Old and related productions, Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Jean Sibelius
Elegant beautiful friendly and inspirational modern arrangement. Majestic sweet easy listening version with delicate slow rhythm, nice violin playing the melody, very good as a background music. Regal & magical. Kids and parents awaiting St Nick. Soothing serene for voice-over, in-store, religious. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Charles Gounod
Traditional wedding march that's usually heard after the bridal couple has said the vows, kissed, and are ready to leave. This version features a majestic pipe organ in a cathedral. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Felix Mendelssohn
The score of the Nutcracker is noted for its use of the celesta, an instrument was fond of using. The featured solo instrument in the Sugar Plum Fairy. Well known melody, Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Large orchestra track full of changes and tensions as the ensemble builds to a riveting and boisterous finale filled with key changes and movements along the way ideal for opening credits or end credits. good for commercial work as well. Epic sweeping quest or journey, soaring regal and classical, Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period
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, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Dramatic Symphony music. Powerful, melodic and touching. Heartwarming nostalgic melody with String Quarter. Romantic Orchestral for Film, crossover and Intro in the spirit of Italian music and Medieval Music, suitable for Documentary films, confrontation, struggle, competition and winning scenes. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period
Nabucco established Verdi's reputation as a composer. Calm, dark, building sequence segues to bright, brassy joyous celebratory regal passage, then back to calm again. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Giuseppe Verdi
Carnival of the Animals is a musical suite of 14 movements. In the finale, the strings build the tension with low notes, before the lively main theme is introduced. Reminiscent of an American carnival from the 20th century. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Camille Saint-Saens
The composition depicts the course of the river, beginning from its two small sources through the countryside, with nymphs, through the rocks, past castles and finally disappears in the distance into the Elbe, Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Bedrich Smetana
Quirky song from the Nutcracker ballet. Exciting, elegant and atmospheric. Stunningly beautiful version of this beloved Christmas song. Family, children, seasonal advert, commercial, corporate branding, video or Christmas website best-seller. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky
Slow, sombre, Funeral March, piano and bass guitar version of Chopin's Piano Sonata No. 2 in B-flat minor, Op. 35, 3rd movement. The piece over music everyone associates with funerals, death and sadness. Instrumental, Classical Music, Romantic Period, Frederic Chopin
