Australian Composer John Macdonald has been writing exciting and original music for many years, and we consider him a great new talent for our site! His music is chiefly instrumental and covers genres such as Classical, Contemporary, Easy Listening, Celtic, Meditation, Marches, Waltzes and even some fun Polkas! John's moods include romantic, chillout, suspense, dramatic, inspirational and stylistic pieces suitable for TV, Film, Radio and other media applications. Many pieces were composed for recreational purposes and thematic music -- perfect to enliven our clients' productions.
A thoughtful meditative piece of music with an intriguing downscale melody. Could be used to induce a relaxed feeling, for advertisers promoting health, and for social awareness or situations requiring a relaxed mind. Good for peaceful scenes or romantic interludes. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic
the instrumental beat personifies a typical walk or march over the mountains or through the forest or jungle. It has a very distinctive rhythmic pattern. Suitable for documentary, tv, film and even for cartoons. Instrumental, Action, Theme Jungle
The action is moving fast along the border. Will they make it out or not? This music is action personified! The strings are working overtime as the tension mounts and the rhythmic pattern describes the action. we know the agents have got their gang as it rises to a climactic ending. Instrumental, Action, Intense Electro-Orch
light orchestral version of waddling ducks quacking and floating on the duck pond. A representation of their moods and movements. It also represents a comedy version of duck life.. Instrumental, Animal, Bird Music
Storm receding into background. Aftermath, poignant memories, destruction, realisation, contrasting melodies. All seems lost but there is still hope. Thematic material suitable for dramatic film or TV. Documentary showing the effects of a changing pace on a culture or environment. Instrumental, Dangerous, Edgy Music
An enduring romantic theme of true love exquisitely performed on piano and strings suitable for entertainment, easy listening, lounge music, medical drama, romantic epic, romantic new love, travel channel, wedding ceremony/engagement, film/TV instrumental, radio production, restaurant, credits, Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
An orchestral adventure along the Colorado and the Grand Canyon. A majestic theme fit for an epic film or a descriptive travellers documentary. The electronic orchestra rhythm would also suit videos and radio production. Variable dramatic breaks and stylistic adventure melodies. Instrumental, Dramatic, Regal Electro-Orchestral
Surprise beginning leads to reflection with some sharp interactions. Suitable for products including public announcements, outdoor scenes, building scenes, advertising, opening of a documentary on changing attitudes and styles, a political scene or a news commentary. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Electronic
The gentle autumn breezes blow almost silently through the quivering branches as the leaves turn brighter shades then fall. Suitable for ballad, Discovery Channel, fairy tale, family/infant, family/toddler, lullaby, nature, environment, rural/country, Travel Channel, credits, documentary, film/TV, Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Mellow Music
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century
As the music plays the pace of the bouncing ball makes a consistant rhythmic impact.Suitable for birthday party, cartoon, entertainment, fairy tale, family/infant, family/toddler, game show, nature, party/general, slapstick, sports/fitness, credits, informercial, radio production,video game. Instrumental, Childrens, Childrens Instrumentals
The bridge to somewhere executed by the piano and the strings takes the believer to a new and emchanting world that exists beyond the ordinary imagination of life. Suitable for entertainment, fantasy, mystery, travel channel, tropical, film/TV instrumental, radio production, muzak, phone on-hold, Instrumental, Dramatic, Calm Mellow Music
Spring is here and the butterflies are darting in and out among the flowers and bushes to the rhythm of the piano keys. Excellent for Nature Channel, environment, advertising of new ideas or products, garden show, children's program, Discovery Channel fantasy, Travel Channel, radio production,, Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
By Still Waters is suitable for period music pieces, changing rural environments, rustic meditation, background music or part of a documentary or TV/film where milder dramatic sequencing is required. Important use can be made in environment and nature topics and the Discovery Channel. Instrumental, Classical, Romantic
That far away island holiday becomes a must as the musical instruments of the Caribbean carry you away to that tropical paradise. Suitable for beach party, Caribbean or South Seas adventure or holiday, Travel Channel, Discovery Channel, credits, documentary, tropical. Instrumental, Tropical, Caribbean Music
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary alto sax that is subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Piano and strings get together to create a rhythmic impact of a donkey trotting along a Mediterranean road and the strings create a jocular hee haw for the listeners enjoyment. Suitable for cartoon, circus/carnival, fairytale, fantasy, Gypsy, rural/country, Travel Channel, film/TV instrumental. Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
The piano solo Down at the Frog Pond replicates the fun of the jumping frog. The rhythmic beat brings to life the unpredictable movement patterns of the frogs; bulging eyes and outstretched legs flying through the slimy jungle. Instrumental, Animal, Frog Music
Entrancing and tranquil adaptation of the call of birds in the bush as the sun begins its course across the horizon. it is contemporary, It is the first call of the awakening of a new day with scintillating and rustic visions that could be awaiting the responsive listener.. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
Prestissimo! prestissimo! as the pianist's fingers fly over the keys to simulate the incredible speed of the hummingbird's wings. Suitable for cartoon, chase scene, comedy, entertainment, fairy tale, fantasy, nature, slapstick, credits, flash animation, video game, news/energize. Instrumental, Dramatic, Hectic Music
The exquisite notes of the thrilling piano tremolos vibrate throughout the music as the listener responds to the gurgling stream and the scintillating calls of the birds. A must for those who love nature and the environment.Suitable for soothing meditation and relaxation. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
Grandview Terrace is about privileged family life and peoples emotional responses expressed in musical form. Just right for Discovery Channel, History Channel, romantic episodes, period settings, TV/film, country style living, environment, documentary or a biography with emotional overtones. Instrumental, Dramatic, Tender music
Suitable for multi-scened promotion of real estate, domestic products, new vehicles or for intro to breaking news,family or college days, TV/film intro or rural setting.History Channel, Discovery Channel,for dramatic effect, for a night scene, for documentary introduction and for romantic scenes. Instrumental, Action, Impending Pending Music
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
Hear the castanets drawing you away to the Caribbean sands and the steel drums capturing the magic of the island beat, competing for rhythm with the ukulele. Ideal for summer holiday promotion, for cruising the islands, for documentaries and credits, as well as film/TV, instrumentals and radio. Instrumental, Dramatic, Happy Music
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
Fantasy of space flight Travelling through the depths of space which lead to known and unknown planets and great constellations of stars, Instrumental, Science Fiction, Ambient Soundscape
News music for the introduction of news and current event programs particularly for an opening theme. Fast moving with a foretaste of interesting and emotive items or views. Instrumental, News, News Openings
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
My romantic feelings are expressed through the tranquil contemporary piano music that is often subtle and delicate. It is suitable for meditation and graceful backgrounds and is very expressive and therefore is well suited for life style documentaries and films of an historical or romantic genre. Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano
Roaming Free presents a panorama of hills and glens, of peoples lives, struggles, successes and personal endeavours. Suitable for music/TV themes or background, documentary, historical segment or news commentary. Classical guitar solo. Instrumental, Dramatic, Heartwarming Music
Rustic Peace is about rural tranquility exemplified by strings, woodwind and grand piano. There are sensitive solo renditions by the grand piano and later by the strings. Suitable for Discovery Channel,nature, environment, epic themes, TV/movie, meditation, reflection, instrumental background. Instrumental, Classical, Classical
Suitable background for office or political scene. Impending change and background for news commentary or documentary where a new slant is taking place. Begins and ends with expectations. Could be used to introduce a documentary relating to work practises, natural changes and environment. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
One more day just like the previous one but yet it is starting to take on a new direction. It is different! Suitable for phone on-hold, Discovery Channel, History channel, news commentary, nature, environment, documentary, ident or signature, background music, TV/film instrumental radio production, Instrumental, Corporate, Radio/Multimedia
Begins with grand theme presented through octave strings with reverb. Suitable for active country or forest setting, Discovery Channel, History Channel, background music, environmental issues, rural pursuits, documentary, travel channel, TV/film, nature on the move, news commentary. Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Harmonic interplay between piano and strings. Setting is a new delightful place to roam, holiday spot, an island scene, somewhere filled with romance, or a place to meditate. Glissando carries you away, and rubarto emphasises that life is gently improving. Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century
Full orchestra accompanied by drums and strings commences with a forshadowing of the terrors of war that is to come. Suitable for any war theme or military action, documentary on the results of war, breaking news, History Channel, film/TV instrumental, or a climactic beginning or ending to a drama. Instrumental, Military, Battle Commencing
