British Composer Alec Makinson has been creating compelling original music for media for over 25 years. His growing work of over 2,300 tracks includes Corporate, Christmas, Dramatic cues, Exotic World Beat, Children's tracks, Documentaries, TV/Radio commercials, jingles, and stage productions. Alec’s compositions enjoy a wide range of major clients, including USA National Cable TV, BBC Radio 1, BBC 1 Television, BBC 2, ITV, Channel 4, Sky, National TV ads in the UK, and many others worldwide.
Uplifting, bright & feel-good with a positive sunny outlook. Features rhythmic strummed acoustic guitars and lush strings. 60sec, 60sec underscore & 30sec versions. Great for adding your own vocals or a Voice-Over for most products and services. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Acoustic Pop
Spacious, hypnotic & gentle acoustic guitars. Warm, easy-going gentle picked guitars in a circular motion take you on a trip through golden pastures and countryside. Perfect for TV visuals for gardening, nature, serene scenes, modern design & beautiful spaces. Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Hypnotic
Powerful and strong electronic dance music. Testing power to the maximum, raunchy and raw confidence, emerging as a true leader. Lighter start, into heavy bass synth driven EDM, with stops and electronic sound design, in two different sections. Perfect for latest car model commercials, technology. Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Confident, focused & insistant driving theme. Opens with rhythmic piano figures then gradually builds with string section and light mechanical beats. Great for news, documentary, technical and industrial projects. Main mix, 60sec underscore and 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Patriotic Music
Light, dreamy and mysterious Middle Eastern Anasheed track. Features authentic solo female vocal with very light percussion - finger drum, finger cymbals, wind chimes, cabasa & vocal fx. Excellent for travelogues, background music & historic. More uptempo rhythmic version 'Eastern Promise', Female Vocals, Middle East, Anasheed Traditional
Gentile, melancholic and reflective echoes of the past, in a slightly whimsical and light-hearted waltz. Warm and fuzzy memories, of a favourite place or character. Reminiscent of the Victorian or Edwardian period. Ideal for dramedy, comedy, cinema, children's fairytale and TV or Radio adverts. Instrumental, Horror, Halloween Whimsical
Light, positive, on-going scientific theme. Warm and beautiful with a hint of concern. Fluid gentle electronic pulse rhythms with swelling voices and orchestral string section. Ideal for hi-tech, science, medical, documentary, corporate video. Main mix, underscore, string mix & 30sec versions. Instrumental, Dramatic, Ethereal Music
Powerful, dynamic, confident and driving news and business theme. Begins & ends with big logo statements with underscore middle for talk-over. Features brass section, french horns, marimba, strings, timps and sequencer. 60sec main mix, 60sec u/score, 30sec, rhythmn bed and end sting versions, Instrumental, News, News Openings
Contemporary EDM pop packed with energy. Bright and uplifting, with a catchy riff, this electro pop underscore and a real positive drive. Features funky piano alongside synth keyboards, with punchy brass and drum kit with electro FX. Perfect for young demographic radio and television commercials, Instrumental, Pop, Sunshine Pop
Gritty, unusual, bright electronic 6-note logo or ident. Features electronic sounds and wireless style white noise. 08secs, Instrumental, Corporate, Corp. New Age Electronic
Electro dance beats to the Max! Mid tempo, insistent clubby dance with a darker sleazier side, perfect for steamy adult entertainment. Also great for cutting edge fashion with attitude - very contemporary. Underscore version ideal for technical voice-over scripts 7 cutting edge Audio Visuals. Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Stirring, proud and motivational orchestral build. Rhythmic piano patterns with staccato string accompaniment, gradually building to a crescendo, resolving at the end. Perfect for Radio and Television commercials, infomercials and corporate promos. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Orchestral
(DECEMBER 2015) Joyful, sweet and the warmest of holiday songs, Alec Makinson's charming, festive track handily wins our December Editor's Choice Award. Shopping, wrapping gifts, and family scenes of kids playing as Santa flies in from the North Pole. Ahhh, can you smell the aroma of Grandma's apple pie wafting through the air?Quirky, light-hearted and uplifting original festive theme with a nostalgic fun retro feel. Think jolly, jaunty & fun sleigh-ride. Features strings, bassoon, sleighbells, temple blocks, flute, glockenspiel & synth bells. Perfect for Christmas the way it used to be. Main mix, 60 & 30 and underscores. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Pop
Thoughtful, reflective and melancholic piano duet. Gently pushing forward, time moving on, yet, emotional and mellow. Medium slow, piano figures building and swelling slightly with an underlying air of sadness. Ideal for natural world, seasonal, Autumnal and human emotion documentaries and drama. Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
Solid, upbeat indie rock underscore. Energetic electric guitar riffs in the driving seat for this youthful track, alongside synths to bring it right up to date. Perfect for radio and television commercials for teen and youth orientated products, such as fashion. Instrumental, Indie Rock, Indie Pop
Gentile, whistful, warm and inviting version of the traditional English folk classic. Fairly pacey, with movement, great for garden related commercials, garden products, plants, fresh products. Also good for country fairs, fetes, and events. Features acoustic guitar, strings, mellow bell synth. Instrumental, British & Irish, England
Big dramatic orchestral riser. Very sinister and foreboding, dark and scary, with a real sense of danger. Features big cinematic drums, powerful brass and strings, bowed cymbal scrapes. Perfect for dramatic trailers, drama, documentary, or make your radio and TV commercials sound massive. Instrumental, Action, Impending Orchestral
Important, heraldic & grand orchestral fanfare. Very regal, epic and big. Ideal for Historic, Royal, Cinematic and dramatic events. Features trumpets, trombones and horn brass section, big percussion & harp. Very useable for logos and audio video idents. Instrumental, Dramatic, Broadway
Expansive, growing realisations. From absolute darkness, the first rays of light appear on the horizon. Understated light orchestral cue which builds from faint string murmurings, swelling to a wide panoramic vista. Perfect for aerial shots, documentary, nature and wild life television programmes, Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Edgy
True blue denim rock. Catchy retro rock that takes you right back to the 70's, with those long haired rockers in faded ripped blue jeans. Features big electric guitar riffs with full drum kit and rhythmic electric bass. Great for rock documentary through to radio and television commercials. Instrumental, Rock, 70s Rock
Catchy, foot-tapping Ukulele strummer. Full of sunshine and happy feelings, this warm and friendly new folk underscore is perfect for advertising family orientated products and services on radio and television commercials or on-line promotions. Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Upbeat, in-your-face, simplistic rock. With influences from surf rock through to indie and punk rock, this rock commercial doesn't hold back. Feature a gritty lead electric guitar repeating hook line. Perfect for youth and younger generations for radio and TV commercials, fashion and fun. Instrumental, Rock, Surf Rock
Prestigious, grand, important & proud theme. Inspiring, forward thrusting and winning. Composed for presentations, awards & conferences, also perfect for finance, business, news documentary. Various thematic cuts and kit 0f parts - Main mix, 40sec, 30sec, Sting, Rhythm Bed, Info bed & 3 loops, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Questioning and cautious start, building to an uplifting of mood which bring light and solutions. Modern and interesting instrumentation. Composed for commercials, particularly suited to companies offering personal service such as legal aid, health treatments, finance solutions. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
Magical, enchanted and shimmering fairy tale. A fantasy world hidden deep in the forest, all twinkling with an icy frost. Features celeste, glockenspiel and lush strings. Perfect for fantasy TV or film through to commercials. Has a Christmas feel, but suitable for wondrous wintry tales anytime. Instrumental, Dramatic, Magical Music
Fantasy and wonderment. A flourish of a harp as a fairy appears, followed by light, prancing, sparkly bells and soft strings as she waves her wand and casts her magic spells. Perfect for stage productions, pantomime and children's television programmes, plus creative radio and TV commercials. Instrumental, Dramatic, Magical Music
Sparkling, fresh and bright original Christmas 30sec commercial. Full of the magic, excitement and wonder as you build to the big day. Composed as an underscore so perfect for adding your own voice-over. Great for family gifts and products, department stores, toy stores and Xmas decorations etc.,, Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Ensemble
Happy, laid-back, care-free and considered acoustic underscore. Very warm, sunny and innocent, with child-like qualities. Features acoustic guitar and vibes. Perfect for family orientated Ads, children, PSA's, wholesome food products & friendly service. 60sec, 40sec and 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Smooth Music
Hot, steamy, steady & solid modern underscore. Trendy, forward moving, rhythmic, drum & bass style, perfect for voice-overs or as background. This medium-paced track is great for contemporary fashion, shopping or adult entertainment. Main mix, 60sec, 30sec and non-vocal underscore mix, Instrumental, Dramatic, Electronic Music
High octane, full-on, energy-fueled, heavy & pumping fast action track. Full of heavy electric fuzz guitars, sequenced synth bass, modern synths & contemporary drum sounds. Perfect for fast chase action, extreme sports, races, motor sport. Main mix plus underscore version & 30sec cut. PLAY IT LOUD! Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Rock Guitar
High Brow classical baroque. Grand, proud and stately, yet serene and gentle. Symphonic strings take the lead accompanied by a harpsichord giving a feeling of graceful, steady and unflustered historic grandeur. Perfect for drama, documentary and radio and television commercials. Instrumental, Classical, Baroque
Gentle, magical and dreamy Christmas underscore. A cold winter scene of shimmering ice and snowflakes with a heartwarming glow. Features rhythmic harps, glistening glockenspiels and warm inviting strings. Perfect for Christmas store promos, animation or radio and television commercials. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Orch.
Bright upbeat synth pop. Catchy and contemporary electronic underscore, with an uplifting feel good factor. Features electric guitars alongside dance synths and a strong beat. Ideal for radio and television commercials, suitable for a wide range of products and services. Instrumental, Dance, Dance-Pop
Bright & friendly African welcome. An uptempo, vibrant & colourful introduction, from a warm & welcoming people. Really depicts the enthusiasm, diversity & friendliness of the country. Great for travelogue, documentary, multi-media & commercials. Main, underscore, 60's & 30's, Instrumental, African, African Pop
Pumping, electro-house meets electro-techno track. Starts light with a more serious feel, then opens up a more positive expansive feel at 07sec to a big finish. Features up-to-date dance synths. Perfect for pop & dance radio station commercials. 30sec commercial, Instrumental, Dance, Eurodance
Bright and happy, feel-good soft pop. With a fusion of electronic and acoustic instrumentation this track is perfect for commercials for a wide range of products and services. Instrumental, Pop, Pop Music
Gentle, heartwarming, light contemporary Christmas underscore. The coming together of unlikely characters for the festive season in a sparkling winter wonderland. Perfect for a Christmas story advert, portraying warmth and togetherness, as made by large chain stores for Christmas promos and adverts. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Orch.
Joyful, warm and welcoming original Christmas light orchestral theme. Busy festive activity making the tree decorations and hanging the garlands of holly and pine. All with an air of wonderment and excitement for the big day. Features strings, woodwinds and piano. Perfect for TV crafts and ads, Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Orch.
Modern Christmas pop beats, with a dance feel. Uptempo & lively, catchy & fun, get in the mood for the festivities with this commercial jingle. Features synths, small bell, shuffle drum kit beat, electronic choir. Perfect for all types of Xmas adverts, TV & Radio trailers & promos, plus multimedia. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Pop
Triumphant and joyous Christmas theme which starts with an air of wonderous things to come and builds to full theme (at 24"). Features boys choir, strings, bells and trumpet. A wonderous and festive holiday treat for moms, dads, their children and Christmas guests. Various mixes, Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Ensemble
Get on the dance floor with this groovy disco underscore. Modern pop dance track with a disco flavour. Just add flashing lights and mirror ball. Modern drum machine beats, dance synths, funky strat guitar. Great for fashion, commercials & Club scenes. Main mix, 60sec & 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dance, Dance-Pop
Light, bright and sparkling version of 'We Wish You A Merry Christmas'. Beautiful and angelic version, that steadily builds, with an air of excitment and anticipation. Perfect for icy & snowy scenes, Christmas commercials, eCards, multimedia and santas grottos across the land. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Bells
Fast, dynamic, racing, ultra cool rock underscore with real movement. An Exhilarating rush of adrenalin and power. Perfect for extreme sports and high impact sales. Features electric guitar power chords, Gritty synth, Bass, Keyboards. 60sec and 30sec versions, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Light news, business or hi-tech. Opens with considered steady light arps, in a more serious tone and gradually builds with percussion and sweeping strings to a positive uplifting conclusion. Perfect for Radio & Television commercials for financial services, legal services etc., plus TV documentary. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Pop Electronic
Corporate financial style infomercial or commercial. featuring rhythmic cash fx. Begins in a slightly more serious tone then warms to a solution vibe. Supplied in various lengths and mixes, Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Pop Electronic
Interesting, warm and quizzical. A day in the life - an everyday story of a contented everyday life. Light orchestral arrangement featuring rhythmic staccato cellos, lush warm strings and woodwinds. Prefect for radio and television commercials for domestic products and household services. Instrumental, Dramatic, Heartwarming Music
Modern, warm, positive and infectious, forward-pressing & uplifting positive groove. Features picked strat guitar rhythm, electric piano, warm synths and acoustic guitar. Great for talk-over music, backgrounds, and feel-good situations. Various cuts available, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Mischievous, whimsical & inquisitive light orchestral waltz, featuring pizzicato strings & woodwinds. Great accompaniment for movement & light activity, dramedy with a comic if slightly hesitant feel & quirky characters. Perfect for Reality TV, dramedy TV or comedy. Various mixes & commercial cuts, Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
