Patricia Holmberg has a rich history as a composer, pianist, lyricist, and singer who recently completed a 12-minute composition for Glass Harp, Piano, and Orchestra titled "Water Suite." She has also written a Concerto for Jazz Piano and Concert Band and composed cantatas and other choral, vocal, operatic, and orchestral works. Pat's music has been featured in shows on the History Channel, Bravo Channel (Funniest Movie Moments), NBC, A&E Biography (Dean Martin), MTV (Made), E! Network (Gastineau Girls), Biography Channel (The Writers: Sylvia Plath), and others.
Ragtime Piano track with an uptempo rhythm and fun feel. Rather subtle - Reminiscent of Scott Joplin's The Entertainer, made into an unlikely hit in 1974 by Marvin Hamlisch as the theme from The Sting, a period film set in the 1930's. Ideal for similar projects or anything wanting to convey the era. Instrumental, Jazz, Ragtime
Beautiful and lively solo piano track, mid to uptempo. Ideal for happy scenes, accomplishment, family scenes, 60 second commercial bed for uplifting lifestyle products and more. Instrumental, Dramatic, Ethereal Music
Over a period of about 30 years, Edvard Grieg wrote 10 books of 'Lyric Pieces', with each book having from 6 to 8 pieces. They are short piano pieces, and each one is unique. They all reflect the fresh sounds typical of Grieg - distinctive melodies, strong rhythmic character, unmistakable moods, etc, Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Edvard Grieg
This is in 3/4 time, the same meter as you'll find in a waltz. However, it moves a bit faster than most waltzes. It just flits around, the same as a fairy does - moving quickly and lightly, without stopping to look around. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Edvard Grieg
One of the earliest traditional jazz songs to become a standard. The words and music, by Shelton Brooks, were inspired by a ball at the 1915 Pacific-Panama Exposition in San Francisco. This song is lively and a well-known rousing "oldie", recorded by many bands. Played here on piano in stride style. Instrumental, Americana, Americana
This has a playful beat, but is not fast. There is a distinctive melody throughout - it's in ABA form - minor mode for the 2 A sections, and it goes into the major mode for the B part. Has a nice lilt. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Edvard Grieg
This is a short, simple piece which sounds rather stately and as if it could be used for a graduation or other commemorative occasion, maybe as a processional. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Edvard Grieg
Edvard Grieg showed many emotions in his music. You never had to wonder what he meant. At times his music is upbeat and joyful, making you want to move around and dance, and at others, it is serious and rather dramatic. This piece is one of those. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Edvard Grieg
When listening to this, you can picture folk-dancers in costume moving in time to the beat. While this is in 3/4 time, it does not sound like a waltz - in the middle section there are some off-beat accents that give it a different flavor. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic, Edvard Grieg
In the minor mode, this is a fairly slow piece. It's uncomplicated melody line draws a listener in from the first note. The second half has a quicker bass line, adding interest, although the melody line on the top remains simple. It's a short piece, played here on acoustic piano. Instrumental, Classical, Baroque, George Frideric Handel
Christmas piano music, classic Holiday song with a religious theme, can also be sued for Christmas pop projects, this song has been covered by countless artists including America and Jewel. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
This old, loved and familiar hymn is played here on acoustic piano in an imaginative improvisational style. You supply the words in your own mind as you listen to facile fingers creating a comforting and uplifting mood. Instrumental, Spiritual, Christian Hymns
Picture a lonely shepherd boy playing the flute - serenading only himself and his sheep. This one is rather slow and haunting. Instrumental, Jazz, Smooth Jazz
This is an acoustic piano improvisation on the old familiar hymn tune. It brings comfort and warmth to your space....and a reminder of the message, Instrumental, Spiritual, Christian Hymns
Another old sing-along tune very familiar to anyone born before 1940. Those were the days - when people would gather around a piano or a guitar and actually sometimes harmonize along with the melody. Great fun - and much less passive than sitting and watching the tube! Played on solo acoustic piano, Instrumental, Americana, Americana
The six tracks on this album entitled "Mountain Images" are descriptive of places in the Colorado Rockies. They are all for solo acoustic piano - no other instruments, Instrumental, New Age, Nature
An old favorite "sing-along" song from the early 1900's. This will take you down memory lane, if you were born before 1935. Sing along with it, or just listen to the energetic "stride" piano version of it here. Instrumental, Americana, Americana
A simple, rather poignant and haunting melody played on acoustic piano. The middle section picks up a bit in tempo and has hints of jazz/ragtime - then back to a repeat of the slower, more meditative beginning. Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century
This is an acoustic piano improvisation on this beloved Christian hymn - often thought of as being for children, but enjoyed by all ages. Instrumental, Spiritual, Christian Hymns
Ragtime music written by the first ragtime music composer, and quite possibly the most well known of them all. Toe-tapping, upbeat, waltz, Instrumental, Americana, Americana, Scott Joplin
An energetic piece for acoustic piano in ABA form. The A sections are similar (the second one having more embellishing notes than the first), and are tonal, with a strong melodic line. The B section is quite different and more jazz oriented. Full chords moving quickly in jazz rhythms. Instrumental, New Age, Atmospheres
This is classified as a 'novelty' tune, but it's very similar to early ragtime piano music. Composed in 1921 by Zez Confrey, there are places in this that sound just like a kitten bouncing into the keys and out again. It's very descriptive of that in a fun, tongue-in-cheek way. Instrumental, Jazz, Ragtime
Kuhlau was born 5 years before Mozart's death, so as a child he was exposed to that classical tradition. He was born in Germany, but as an adult he emigrated to Denmark and became a Danish citizen (to avoid being drafted into the Napoleonic armies). Instrumental, Classical, Classical
This andante second movement, has a compelling melodic line, moves rather slowly but with an inner strength, and takes you on a short journey through a calm and serene simplicity into a strong dramatic moment and then back down to calm. Instrumental, Classical, Classical
This begins with four repeated half notes which may very well were meant to be church bells ringing. This is a simple solo piano piece. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic
Who would not want to dance while listening to this cheerful, upbeat track? It is a waltz, and waltzes just seem to bring people to their feet and make them start moving in time to the rhythm. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic
An old favorite that has been sung thousands of times around a campfire or in any group setting in America by anyone born before around 1935. Played on acoustic piano in the old stride style, you will hum or sing along with this one, and it will take you back to your childhood with fond memories. Instrumental, Americana, Americana
Beautiful and strong music -- really exciting! Solo acoustic piano with strong jazz influences in the harmonic and rhythmic structures. From the first note to the last, you may find yourself tapping your toes and swaying a bit to the left and right. Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century
Beautiful, captivating melody on acoustic piano with strong jazz influences in the harmonic and rhythmic structures. From the first note to the last, this lush melody will win your heart and take you to new places with great finesse. Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century
Beautiful solo acoustic piano with strong jazz influences in the harmonic and rhythmic structures. Captivating from the first note to the last, this jazzy composition will win your heart and take you to new places with great finesse. Light and upbeat, this is high-spirited music at its best! Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century
Piano solo with a strength and beauty that makes you believe in a higher power. Almost like being in church on Sunday listening to rousing, heart-felt music -- all meant to influence you to be a good and kind person, living by convictions you learned growing up. Instrumental, Spiritual, Christian Hymns
A simple, very sweet, old fashioned song with words and music by J.L. Molloy. This track is played on acoustic piano alone, however. First published in London by an Irish barrister turned composer. The melody is a familiar one. Instrumental, Americana, Americana
A simple acoustic piano track with a memorable melody which is fairly familiar. It is from the album "Woodland Sketches" by early American composer Edward Macdowell. It has a nice fresh, clean, uncomplicated sound. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic
This slow movement of the familiar Mozart sonata is melodic, soothing, and calming. It has interesting harmonic changes..... goes into the minor mode for a while.... then back to the major mode, ending cheerfully. Instrumental, Classical, Classical, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
This is one of the most familiar of Mozart's piano sonatas. Almost everyone has heard at least the first part of this sonata - it has one of those unforgettable melodies. Definitely from the classical period, it has that melody on top, with an accompanying pattern on the bottom. Instrumental, Classical, Classical, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart
This has two section - the first pretty energetic and the last one is quite mellow with a nice melody and flowing accompaniment underneath. Good steady toe-tapping beat and tends to make listeners happy. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Stride
An acoustic piano improvisation on an old a familiar hymn tune. This particular one is in 3/4 time and a nice lilt. It gives a comforting and uplifting mood to your sound space. Instrumental, Spiritual, Christian Hymns
