Robert Brannan is an American composer whose musical catalog represents a very broad spectrum of styles and moods. His work has been licensed for commercials, documentary films, feature films, and game projects for the Florida Interactive Entertainment Academy. As a performer, Robert has played and recorded the guitar and oud in a variety of musical contexts. His impressive array of genres includes Classical, Electronic, Ambient, Dramatic, Horror, and various guitar-oriented themes.
This is an ensemble arrangement of Francisco Tarrega's Capricho Arabe, with the melodic lines improvised on an oud. This was orignally a Spanish guitar piece, but was written to evoke Spain's Moorish and Arabic influences. Instrumental, Latin, Spanish Music
This piece begins with a very cold mood, evocative of a bitter winter wind, and transforms into a warm synth and vocal line that brings the listener indoors, Female Vocals, Dramatic, Calm Edgy
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
This work evokes an uplifting positive vibe and motivational aura. Would be well suited to advertising, presentations, YouTube videos, and more. Instrumental, Corporate, Corp. Pop Easy Listening
This work evokes an uplifting positive vibe and motivational aura. Would be well suited to advertising, presentations, YouTube videos, and more. Instrumental, Corporate, Corp. Pop Easy Listening
Happy business is abound in this piece that may be somewhat reminiscent of sim city. Would be perfect for light hearted cartoon action or a Sim City type game. Also evokes a sense of discovery. Instrumental, Cartoon, Cartoon Fun Time
This piece evokes a royal ceremony in a long lost world. Would go well with any similar type of scenario in a fantasy, sci fi, or appropriate historical project such as King Arthur. Instrumental, Dramatic, Regal Orchestral
Musical chaos/screeching horror music that will greatly intensify a kill scene, or any action scene meant to terrify an audience. Mixed Vocals, Horror, Horror Chase
This work is mischievously dark, yet whimsical at the same time. Reminiscent of Danny Elfman's work with Tim Burton. Would work well with light-hearted Halloween projects or fantasy. Instrumental
This solo harpsichord piece begins as a sort of minor baroque sounding piece that transforms into a more haunting and aggressive evocation of violent madness. This work is inspired by The Fall of the House of Usher and would be well suited to a project based on the works of Poe or similar setting. Instrumental, Horror, Dance Traditional
A nebulous collage of aural nightmares weaved together by musical elements. Evokes the disintegration of the mind and emergence of monsters. Mixed Vocals, Horror, Horror Psychological
This is a smooth, calm piece with an accessible melody yet sophisticated harmony. Evokes a laid back jazz atmosphere such as a wine bar or or quiet after hours bar. Instrumental, Jazz, Smooth Jazz
This acoustic ensemble piece gently glides the listener through a quiet yet lush and colorful dreamscape, stirring subtle emotions along the way. Evocations of dreamy innocence. Would be well suited as mellow background music, or for any scene depicting gentle tenderness. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Cinematic piece that builds into an intensely rhythmic and musical climax. Chanting females sing an ethereal, haunting vocal line around a relentless pulsing crescendo. Would be terrific in a climactic good vs evil standoff or chase scene (adventure, sci fi, or horror film), Female Vocals
Indian themed dramatic music begins light and evolves into a mysterious orchestrated adventure. Returns to the light theme at the end. I wrote this with some of the Buddhist mythologies of the Himalayas in mind. Would work well with a fantasy or eastern themed adventure or mystery project. Instrumental, Indian, Indian Dramatic
Fantasy piece with classical instrumentation. War drums, horns, and woodwinds weave a dark landscape haunted by images of war and hedonistic frenzy. Instrumental, Military, Battle Action Orchestral
Cinematic and ethereal horror music featuring backward pianos and distorted female vocals. Creepy yet musical. Would fit well with opening or ending credits. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Ambience
This dark waltz evokes a sense of playful mischief that climaxes with a violent rasgueado surprise in the bridge. Very close in style to the manouche (gypsy) music of Django Reinhardt (with a bit of Danny Elfman added) Would be well suited for light hearted, cartoonish horror, or mischievous action. Instrumental
This piece has harmonic movement and still evokes a deeply spacial atmosphere. Would be well suited to a game or scene involving deep space. Instrumental, New Age, Space Music
This is a lively dance that evokes a medieval gathering. Would be well suited to a historic or fantasy themed project such as one based around King Arthur etc. Instrumental, Classical, Medieval
Upbeat yet subtle, this piece evokes images of outdoor leisure under a blue sky. Would be well suited to a corporate presentation, commercial depicting leisurely outdoor activities, or an advertisement for local services. Instrumental, Jazz, Smooth Jazz
Instrumental "Rat Pack" type sound reminiscent of the Olive Garden music selection. Would work well in a restaurant commercial or any project needing something akin to the sound that accompanied "Old Blue Eyes" and friends. Instrumental
This is a guitar ensemble piece. 3 acoustic guitars and violin. Begining has an outdoor feel and the middle section has a spanish rythm and harmony. Originally conceived as an evocation of the natural and cultural landscape around both the St. John's River and city of St. Augustine in Florida. Instrumental, Rock, Acoustic Rock
A heartbeat keeps the tempo as two monstrous contrabassoons depict a scene (or aftermath) of savage violence. Chilling goosebumps psycho murder scene, CSI crime scene, body count, bank heist, violent video game, tension builder, dramatic bold horrifying satanic creepy, nasty, scary music, Instrumental, Dangerous, Psychedelic
Dark sword and sandals vibe with modern nuance. Near and Middle Eastern inspired instrumentation. Lyrical and dark string ensemble melody weaves through an ambiguous, yet captivating and hypnotic chord harmony. Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Edgy
Originally written as the opening to an Irish murder mystery, this piece begins with an evocation of yearning and uncertainty (yet still romantic) and transitions to a more upbeat and moving portrayal of innocence and beauty. Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
Spacious ambiance evolves into a warm dulcimer melody and finally builds into an electronic climax, coupling a distorted electric guitar with thunderous cinematic percussion. Excellent sci-fi or action game music. Instrumental, Science Fiction, Ambient Soundscape
Classic 12 bar blues instrumental with clean guitar melodies and guitar/ keyboard harmony. Slow and laid back. Bluesy bending leads without being overpowering. Would be a great, mood evoking background for commercials or short videos. Instrumental, Blues, Electric Blues
Creepy suspense reigns in this hair raising piece that evokes a stroll through a world of nightmares. Good for a light action nightmare scenario, or one in which a series of unpleasantries are being witnessed. Very tense and suspenseful. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Edgy
This pieces evokes extreme disorientation, dizziness and the horrifying experience of lost control. Would be well suited for a scene depicting a drugged person or person who is experiencing some sort of breakdown. Also fitting for a horror scene showing someone's demise. Instrumental, Horror, Horror Edgy