Really Free Music has had music appear in over 500 albums worldwide, and numerous Films, TV and multimedia projects, with clients spanning the globe. Owned and run by UK composer Peter Wheeler, his own composing credits include worldwide commercial album releases, Films, and many TV shows (UK, US, ABC, Disney, C4, C5, MTV, etc). Really Free Music also specializes in World music and other niche genres - from Sea Shanties to Ambient Trip Hop to African Choirs.
A truly EPIC orchestral score featuring Middle Eastern instruments such as duduk, dumbek, and santoor. A longing love theme that builds throughout, conveying the adventure and fantasy of the desert sands. Similarities to Hans Zimmer (Gladiator), The Mummy, and a little Ennio Morricone too. Male Vocals, Middle East, Contemporary Dramatic
A modern contemporary orchestral track that envokes feelings of heroism, patriotism, great rescues, pride & honour, courage and bravery. Not just perfect for military, but any action film or tv trailer depicting heroes, superheroes, sc-fi, western, and historical acts of great courage. Instrumental, Action, Theme Superhero
A capella African choir singing a slightly thoughtful sombre and mournful song, possibly from the townships, and with a vibrant passion. This could be either South, or West African. Wonderfully cultural, and a little similar in style to Ladysmith Black Mambazo. A Capella, African, South Africa
A beautiful Eastern Asian track led by Bansuri flute, and strings with a relaxed Oriental feel. Also features a Oriental violin Erhu development. Wonderfully meditative. Great for a relaxing Spa. Instrumental, Asian, Asian Dramatic
South East Asian - Vietnam / Thailand / Indonesian. An ambient Bhuddist monk's temple chant, full of suspense. Male vocal. Traditional ethnic instrumentation, percussion and keyboards. Sweeping, mystical, haunting and dark. Male Vocals, Asian, Asian Dramatic
A dynamic soundbed in Coldplay style - inspirational rolling piano, over driving bass and great beats. Great purpose and motivation, as well as a can't-get-it-out-of-my-head melody. Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
A grooving Latino Salsa theme featuring brass section combined with rolling piano, leading into a chillout verse with accompaniment from bass, organ and loads of percussion. Great fun, wth plenty of light and shade. Instrumental, Tropical, Salsa
A modern intense Middle Eastern / North African world fusion track, that is both haunting and brilliantly exciting. Features Oud & Yali Tambur fused with a hypnotic guitar riff, and lush string section. Breaks out at 0.53 and 1.56. Dramatic, tense and very cool. Film Trailer, Theme or TV Docu Drama. Instrumental, Action, Adventure World Fusion
A thrilling James Bond -esque, 24, Mission Impossible type, high energy Orchestral Rock film cue, or trailer. Totally dramatic, hair raising and full of guts! Loads of hitpoints and stings. Brass, strings, power guitar & kit. Spy, Secret Agent, 007. Have it! Instrumental, Dangerous, Edgy Music
A tranquil and relaxing Native North American Indian ambient soundscape with vocals - singing and chants, and ethnic percussion. Beautiful, spacious, peaceful, atmospheric, mystical, uplifting. Vast open spaces, big skies, very cinematic. Vocal Pads, Americana, Native American Contemp
Crisp and vibrant strings, bells, shakers and percussion combine to produce a beautifully magical Christmas sleigh ride with Santa, through a winter wonderland. A sparkling track with a special snowy Xmas holiday feel. Also features guitar, bass, kit, and choral backing. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Orch.
An epic Asian Oriental Orchestral fusion track that beautifully combines ethnic instrumentation such as Dizi, Esrai, Tabla and Sitar with sweeping violins, cellos and orchestral percussion, creating an epic global soundscape. Builds and develops a central Asian Oriental-influenced theme. Instrumental, Asian, Tibet
Sexy, passionate and ever so slightly aggressive - this is a beautiful and archetypal Argentinian Tango featuring bandoneon, guitar, rolling piano, strings and percussion. Instrumental, Latin, Tango
A mysterious, dark and suspenseful African track that features an ethereal melody, and ethnic percussion including kora and duduk, as well as some male vocal chanting. Also features nice changes in tempo, from mid to high to low. Very dramatic and orchestral in places. Male Vocals, African, African Dramatic
A beautiful orchestral fairy tale that unfolds as a musical story. A light hearted central character theme prevails, with plenty of variations, and major excitement at 2.08. Lots of dynamics and loads of charm. Works as a score for a children's cartoon animation, documentary or similar. Instrumental, Childrens, Childrens Instrumentals
Smooth, meaningful Middle Eastern track depicting the 'rock palace' in Yemen. Features a duduk melody, with Santoor, Dumbek, and Strings. Downtempo, moody, and thoughtful with a mid-tempo middle section that picks up the pace a little before returning to the theme. Atmospheric and thoughtful. Instrumental, Middle East, Saudi Arabia
A sensual and relaxing meditation, or Spa tranquillity track, featuring a beautiful angelic, dreamy and ethereal female vocal. Perfect for relaxation, thoughtful meditation, or as a calming Soundscape. Instrumental, New Age, Meditation
Beautiful North Indian Classical track - tabla, sarangi, sitar and beautiful Bamboo Flute. Perfect for all background uses, documentary or broadcast media that needs traditional relaxing Indian music with a contemporary edge. Professional musicians playing soft ethereal authentic Asian Indian music. Instrumental, Indian, Hindustani
Passionate and romantic - this is a beautiful Argentinian Tango featuring flute, bandoneon, guitar, piano, strings and percussion. Starts gently and builds to a stirring theme that has something of an evocative, mysterious feel. Beautiful violins in the mid-section. Simply great for all TV and Film. Instrumental, Latin, Tango
A chilled out, relaxed, warm-hearted West African contemporary style track featuring male vocals, djembe, shakers, kora, keyboards, bass and other ethnic percussion. Similar in sound to Youssou N'Dour. Male Vocals, African, Senegal
A wonderful Celtic / Gaelic / Irish homecoming song, celebrating the return of a mandolin-playing folk hero. Features Fiddle, Irish Whistle, Mandolin, Piano, and Percussion. Flags are waving, the party is starting, and the jigs & reels are about to begin! Male Vocals, British & Irish, Ireland
Beautiful Spanish Guitar track that is thought-provoking, and with a slight medieval / middle ages regal court influence. Excellent percussion, and recorder solo. Great for travel documentary or historical. Instrumental, Latin, Spanish Music
A beautiful ambient-esque traditional Irish Celtic melody played on fiddle / violin with strings and piano backing, male choir, modern beats, bass and percussion. Lively and joyful. Male Vocals, British & Irish, Ireland
A gentle, elegant and serene track featuring a rolling acoustic guitar melody intertwined with piano. Strings and a gentle male background vocal are later added. Very relaxing, and carefully tranquil. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Epic ambient Middle Eastern vibe featuring arabic female vocal and duduk. A building theme that has magical and mysterious elements reminiscent of desert sands, pyramids, nomads and mirages. Also features driving bass, and inspiring ethnic percussion. Breaks out at 2'40. Female Vocals, Middle East, Middle-East
Melodic and serious African male and female chants over percussive tribal rhythms. Features djembes and ethnic percussion. An overall positive feel to this track. Great for all media - tv, film, video, DVD, web. Mixed Vocals, African, African Contemporary
Very relaxed and meditative North Indian track with tabla, sarangi, sitar and beautiful, wandering Bamboo Flute that floats above. Indian Classical music that is very representative of traditional style and form. Instrumental, Indian, Hindustani
A distinctly French cafe flavoured melody led by accordion and guitar, with piano, drums and upright bass backing. Slightly jazzy and upbeat. Think cappuccino (capuccino) coffee, bars, onions, and bicycles. Sidewalk cafe's and saucy strippers. Paris restaurants, chefs and cooking. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Solo bugle. A beautiful rendition of the Last Post, traditionally played at Remembrance Day services, memorials and military funerals. Often incorporated into funeral and memorial services as a final farewell and symbolises that the duty of the dead is over and that they can rest in peace. Instrumental, Military, Military Brass
An atmospheric Inca & South American ethnic track depicting the Andean Mountains and the flight of the Condor over the Peruvian Andes. Features ambient textures intertwined with Panpipe melodies. Soars and flies with an airy ambience. Great for a travel documentary. Instrumental, Latin, Huayño
An uplifting corporate theme with an oriental asian feel and an excellent driving beat, and featuring an inspiring piano lead, oriental string counter-melody combined with asian instrumentation. And a slight Coldplay feel.... A mountain drive or climb to the Temple. Instrumental, Japanese, Japanese Dramatic
A funky, Caribbean tropical beach-flavoured Latin track with steel drums taking lead, accompanied by great brass stings, strings, percussion and guitar. Some great Cuban influence, and a wonderful sunshine backdrop to any Travel Documentary, or beach scene. Instrumental, Tropical, Caribbean Music
North Indian Classical - tabla, sarangi, sitar and beautiful Bamboo Flute. Elegant, mysterious, ethereal, atmospheric and cinematic. Beautiful for background or documentary. Instrumental, Indian, Indian Light
A contemporary celtic vocal version of an ancient hymn, featuring uillean pipes and wooden flute, as well as keyboards, bass, drums, and a smooth male vocal. Also incoporates orchestral strings and brass. Inspiring, stirring and passionate. Male Vocals, Spiritual, Contemporary Christian
Highly rhythmic, funky acid jazz fusion of flute (shakuhachi), piano, keyboards, congas, bass and percussion. Energetic lively, and upbeat, but with some softer warm overtones. Suitable for sports, documentary, etc. Sounds similar to St Germain 'So Flute'. Instrumental, Sports, Sports Energizing Music
Ultra cool, smokey bar, laid back piano jazz from one of the greats - Frank Hailey, cousin of Cedar Walton. Wonderfully kitsch, superb musicianship and great melody - featuring piano, bass and drum kit. Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
Spanish guitar track, envoking memories of great vacations and holidays. Driving and flowing with a distinctive feelgood melody. A distinct Mediterranean / Spanish flavour - flamenco elements, hand claps, violin / fiddle solo and lots of percussion. Instrumental, Latin, Spanish Music
This beautifully evocative Spanish guitar track brings longing memories of spectacular Andalusian sunsets and new found love. Features bass, and keyboards. Romantic dramatic and sensual. Instrumental, Latin, Spanish Music
A traditional olde English sea shanty featuring banjo, acoustic guitar and squeezebox / concertina / accordion. Excellent collection of traditional tunes that really have that olde world feel. The last tune is a version of the old children's TV show - Captain Pugwash! Instrumental, Folk, Pirate Songs
An Indian folk duet, featuring beautiful shimmering female vocals, both in unison and solo, singing traditional Bhajan and Ghazal. This is North Indian contemporary classical / folk track, with some wonderful modern influences such as a very sexy Bamboo Flute. Also features Guitar, Sarangi and Tabla, Female Vocals, Indian, Thumris
Beautiful Indian female vocals in unison. Two young ladies (known as 'The Golden Duo') sing traditional Bhajan and Ghazal with tabla and a lovely jangly acoustic guitar giving a more modern twist. Also featuring a very cool bamboo flute. Wonderful North Indian contemporary classical. Female Vocals, Indian, Thumris
A serene, calm and flowing Celtic / Gaelic / Irish traditional folk song, played beautifully on medieval recorder, and accompanied by acoustic guitar and keyboards. Simply stunning. Instrumental, British & Irish, Ireland
A fantastic upbeat motivational party Salsa with loads of classy style! Makes you smile every time. Brass, percussion, bass, guitar, strings. Loads of scope for TV and film, as well as corporate video and documentaries. Instrumental, Tropical, Caribbean Music
A smooth and uplifting ambient Australian didgeridoo track that builds beautifully, combining inspirational piano over hypnotic didg, beats and pads. Beats at 0.35. Main theme at 0.42. Instrumental, World Music, Australian World Fusion
Full of mystical and magical Arabian promise! It builds around a beautiful ethereal female vocal phrase, and distant male vocal lines. Also incorporates a driving bass line at 2.12. Think 'The Mummy', Egyptian tombs, sand dunes, pyramids and deserts. Female Vocals, Middle East, Contemporary Dramatic
A beautiful bouzouki inspired Greek track that blends the traditional sound of the stringed bouzouki with orchestral elements and modern global beats. Also features accordion and gadulka (fiddle). Slightly suspenseful - great for a TV or movie scene, or travel documentary. Instrumental, European, Greek Traditional
A melancholic, flowing Celtic / Gaelic folk melody played so beautifully on medieval recorder accompanied by acoustic guitar. Instrumental, British & Irish, Ireland
Traditional Balkan / Eastern European, with female vocal in wonderful 7/8 time signature! Yiddish / Klezmer influence with sax, violins (fiddle), bandneon (accordion), bass, percussion. Great Balkanish Gypsy feel. Melancholic dance in sorrow or bereavement. Or gritty passionate lust! Female Vocals, East European, Balkans
