Steve Rice is a versatile composer, keyboardist and accordionist based in Philadelphia. He records and writes with several outstanding ensembles including "Rouge" (French Cabaret), "Big Squeezy" (Zydeco), “Troy Kline” (Retro Vegas Lounge), and the Steve Rice Quintet (original Jazz). Steve's interests include Jazz, Classical, World, Traditional Ethnic, and Electronic music, as well SFX. He has a Film Scoring degree from Berklee College of Music, where he received the prestigious Oscar Peterson Award. Steve also tours part-time as pianist for the Harry James Orchestra.
This beautiful traditional Judeo-spanish melody is from the Sephardic tradition. Performed by a duo of violin and accordion. Eastern European / Gypsy flavor. Great for a romantic restaurant scene. Candlelight, Instrumental, Latin, Spanish Music
A beautiful jazz ballad that sounds like it's right of the 1940's. Elegant Tenor sax lead. A real smokey cocktail / nightclub sound. Nostalgic, evocative., classy. Great for a flashback sequence or period production. Great for a nightclub scene, elegant restaurant, cocktail party. Real Instruments, Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
a pretty solo piano version of the Christmas Carol "Away In a Manger". Relaxed, flowing, and unhurried, this arrangement has an into that flows between major and relative minor. Melody starts at 0:20, Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
Elegant jazz piano trio playing easy mid-tempo swing. This is a Ray Brown style acoustic bass feature. Great source music for a jazz club. Jazz atmosphere, romance, candlelight. Real piano, upright bass and drums. New York 52nd Street, Blue Note, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Sultry and mellow, this gentle jazzy bossa-nova tells a tale of heartbreak again and again. Resigned but sexy, we can't totally believe that she's "through with deja-blue at last". Super sexy source music, as a feature or background. Classic upscale jazz vibe. Swanky nightclub or restaurant. Female Vocals, Lounge, Neo-Lounge Vocals
A cocktail jazz trio provides upscale energy. Elegant, sophisticated and bright. Great for a black tie event. Source music that adds a bright and swanky vibe. Romance, fun, good times. Real instruments and musicians. Grand piano, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
A great acoustic track with storytelling qualities, building motion and rural character. Good for an opening sequence or support of a specific character or storyline. Elements of Americana, Newgrass, Dawg, Country, Jazz, Folk and underscore. Violin, Piano and Fretless Bass. Real Instruments, Instrumental, New Age, New Age Acoustic
This song flatters a handsome gentleman irresistibly. A made up word highlights this retro Tin Pan Alley /Broadway style swing classic. Clever suggestive female jazz vocals that drip with vampy fun and sass. Female Vocals, Jazz, Cabaret
Here's a building piano track that can fit a wide variety of dramatic needs. It starts contemplative and builds to big finish. Pretty and sophisticated yet very accessible. Uplifting chorus. Making the world a better place. Solving problems, Succeeding against odds. Romantic epiphany, Instrumental, Dramatic, Heartwarming Music
perfect for an Italian Restaurant Scene, Cooking channel, Venice, Naples, MIlan Italian Travel sequence. Performed in the style of a strolling duo with violin and accordion. Live musicians, real instruments. This classic Neapoliton song was composed by Peppino Turco in the 1880s. Tarantella, Instrumental, European, Italy
I'm gonna go down swingin'. This jazz vocal burner has tons of attitude, presence, moxie and swing. Great for theme support of triumph over adversity, marching to your own drummer. Great vocals and a hot rhythm section. Classic retro jazz energy, rat pack swagger. Sports and jazz analogies. Female Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
Reminiscent of Vince Guaraldi and Charlie Brown Christmas. This traditional carol has a mellow, sophisticated jazzy nostalgia and longing, even sad or melancholy flavor. Great for a reflective holiday scene. Piano, upright bass and drums. real instruments. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
A jazz trio (piano, bass, drums) plays a slow tempo swing version of a traditional christmas carol. Lots of sophisticated blues flavor, reharmonization, dark jazzy colors. Bittersweet and melancholy. Reminiscent of Vince Guaraldi "A Charlie Brown Christmas" Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
A solo piano version of Hatikvah (the Hope) is a great choice for musical wallpaper for websites, youtube clips, powerpoint presentations, slideshows. Intentionally designed as a subtler choice, understated yet authentic. Underscore for Israeli, Jewish, Religious, Political, History. Played 3 times. Instrumental, National Anthem, Israel National Anthem
A famous Hymn written in 1862 by Rev. Joseph A Gilmore and composed in 1864 by William B Bradbury. Lyric themes include guidance, trust, comfort, faith, belief. This piano / vocal duet would make a good background or foreground track for a church service, Christian wedding, memorial service, funeral, Female Vocals, Spiritual, Christian Hymns
A beautiful, traditional Jewish melody interpreted here by a violin / piano duo. This well know song is used as a traditional Israeli dance, a Shabbat / Sabbath hymn, or as part of a wedding processional. Instrumental, Folk, Jewish Folk
this small chamber ensemble piece calls forth a sense of homecoming, family, nostalgia, longing, holiday warmth, security. Would make a good recurrent theme for a returning prodigal son, a Christmas drama, spiritual quest, childhood romance flashback, parental love, reconciliation, learning moment. Instrumental, Dramatic, Magical Music
Positive solo piano that creates an uplifting feeling suitable for emotional resolution, happy outcomes, corporate underscore, charitable pitches. Adds feel good energy to a scene. Can imply thankfulness or a sense of relief, of breathing again. Sunshine after a storm. Instrumental, Corporate, Corp. Pop Easy Listening
Classic torch song about the mystery of falling in love. Think 'Ella Fitzgerald sings the Cole Porter songbook. Great romantic vocal features with a classic jazz atmosphere. Starts rubato with the piano and vocal, and the band enters gently at 1:06. Brushes, sophisticated swinging. Real instruments. Female Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
Classic Big Band jazz with Hammond B3 Organ lead. The funk groove at the top erupts into hard swing, evoking classic Jimmy Smith and the Count Basie Orchestra. Bold, seven-horn shout chorus midway. Freddie Green style rhythm guitar. A variation of Troy Klines' vocal, "I Don't Wanna Be Here Anymore" Instrumental, Jazz, Exotica
A very evocative lo-fi live recording of a pianist and accordionist playing a beautiful progressive bolero/ballad. Shifting harmonies under the accordion lead call to mind the tango exoticism of Astor Piazzolla. Instrumental, Latin, Tango
A beautiful, sophisticated ballad for jazz trio. A powerful mellow mood is set with gorgeous chromaticism and Bill Evans style lyricism. Good for romance, reflection, lovemaking or melancholy. Last call with after hours regrets. Instrumental
A piano trio ballad with a great laid back feel and a gentle 1950's pop soulfulness. Think Dinah Washington "What A Difference a Day Made" or Etta James "At Last". 12/8 feel, real musicians with instruments! Instrumental, Pop, Pop Oldies
A traditional Christmas carol played by a jazz trio. Reminiscent of Vince Guaraldi and Charlie Brown Christmas. This version has a jazzy melancholy flavor. Great for a reflective holiday scene. Piano, upright bass and drums. real instruments. A jazz waltz in 3/4 time. Light feel. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
The traditional Italian Wedding Tarantella played by a live ensemble of real violin, accordion and tambourine. Great for a cooking show, vineyard tour, Godfather party, My Big Fat Italian Wedding, travel channel, history channel, Sons of Italy, source music. Performed by the "Strolling Neapolitones" Instrumental, European, Italy
An exuberant solo stride piano piece. Flashy and loose, it fits right in with bootleggers, Chicago speakeasy gangsters, molls, Jazz clubs, prohibition era cathouses, after hours New York nightclubs. Erroll Garner, Art Tatum, Fats Waller, Oscar Peterson, uptempo cutting sessions. PD composition. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Stride
If you're looking for great authentic jazz atmosphere for your production you've come to the right place! Step down into a 52nd St nightclub for a set of Sizzling bebop, swing, a sultry ballad, blues and latin jazz. Source or underscore. A classic collection of 7 different tunes, 14 tracks. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Elegant cocktail jazz duo (real grand piano, upright bass) playing a variety of tempos and moods. Great source music for a swanky restaurant or nightclub. Quality background source music supports romance and plot development. Couples dancing, late night love and remorse. NO DRUMS. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Elegant cocktail jazz piano trio playing a variety of tempos and moods. Great source music for a swanky restaurant or nightclub. Perfect for close couples dancing scene with dialogue. Jazz atmosphere, romance, candlelight. Real piano, upright bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
A traditional Mexican polka or corrido performed by a duo of violin and accordion. This composition dates to 1916 and is associated with Pancho Villa and the Mexican Revolution. Instrumental, Latin, Corrido
A pretty, melancholy "chamber new age" piece with violin, piano and bass. Good potential for emotional underscore. slw 3/4 time. Instrumental, New Age, New Age Acoustic
A famous Mexican song composed by Narciso Serradel Sevilla in 1883. This instrumental version features a nice harmonized line with accordion, guitar and bass. Instrumental, Latin, Latin Waltz
Bluesy jazz piano is joined by violin improv in the spirit of Stephane Grappelli. Mid tempo acoustic grooving. Swinging, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
perfect for an Italian Restaurant Scene, Cooking channel, Venice, Naples, MIlan Italian Travel sequence. Performed in the style of a strolling duo with violin and accordion. Live musicians, real instruments. This classic Italian song was composed by Ruggero Leoncavallo in 1904. Waltz, La Matinatta, Instrumental, European, Italy
A sultry, steamy, bluesy vocal tune delivered in hopes of a late-night liaison. Troy Kline evokes retro cocktail lounge flavor and shows his blues influences in this tune. A great guitar solo, hammond organ, piano solo nice background vocals. Like great jazz/blues songs of the 40's/50's. Atmosphere, Male Vocals, Blues, Honky Tonk
Uplifting, positive piano driven smooth jazz. builds. Suitable for elegant upscale romance, jazz atmosphere, luxury products, lives of the rich and famous, urban elegance, fine dining, corporate presentations, phone on hold service, background music service, bedroom scenes, soap opera, fashion shows, Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
A very swinging jazz piano trio interprets this traditional carol. Charlie Brown Peanuts Christmas. Happy music. In the style of: Vince Guaraldi, Red Garland, Erroll Garner, Oscar Peterson, Gene Harris, Dave Brubeck. Holiday cheer. Real instruments. Oh Come All Ye Faithful, Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Jazz Ens.
perfect for an Italian Restaurant Scene, Cooking channel, Venice, Naples, MIlan Italian Travel sequence. Performed in the style of a strolling duo with violin and accordion. Live musicians, real instruments. This classic Neapoliton song was composed by Eduardo di Capua. aka Marie, A Marie / Oh Marie, Instrumental, European, Italy
perfect for an Italian Restaurant Scene, Cooking channel, Venice, Naples, MIlan Italian Travel sequence. Performed in the style of a strolling duo with violin and accordion. Live musicians, real instruments. This classic Italian song was composed by Eduardo di Capua. Waltz,, Instrumental, European, Italy
A solo piano version of the traditional carol "O Little Town Of Bethlehem". Gentle background piano with sophisticated jazz harmony. Builds in intensity. Great for Holiday party background music.8 bar rubato introduction. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
Traditional American Folk Song / Children's song also known as "On Top of Spaghetti" . Played solo on a child's melodica. This version has reverb added, Free Reed, Melodica
a solo melodica version of the nursery song "Pop Goes the Weasel" Suitable for scenes, ads involving toddlers, babies, young children. 3 versions: Full version has grace note on "pop". Variation A is in Bb (lower key), Variation C is slower tempo. Recorded dry. Free Reed, Melodica
Here's a jazzy rendition of Red River Valley (Traditional) played on solo melodica. Good for a campfire scene / outdoorsy comedy sketch. novelty kitschy campy comic sketch, Free Reed, Melodica
