A classically trained pianist with a reverence for the Big Band music of Glenn Miller and the Dorsey Brothers, and a love of Alfred Hitchcock films, Brenda Elthon's music has enthralled patrons of independent film and charmed her radio audiences around the world. Whether it's a dissonant, impressionist piano masterpiece, or a swinging Country lyrical anthem, or an orchestral trip from Heaven to Hell, Brenda's music pulls out the emotional stops and takes the listener on a magical ride to a new, unexpected place. Sometimes simple. Often, complex. Always special.
Hot rockin' up-tempo swinging electric guitar, acoustic guitar, bass country ballad style bed track with rock organ, drum kit and female background ooh aah vocals. A go get 'em, work together, hard driving swagger tune with honky-tonk six pack Jack dance floor rhythm. A country groove for rock fans, Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Country
Fun, positive, up tempo pop dancing tune for mainstream middle America performed live by Grammy winning bluegrass Americana country string band featuring WOW acoustic guitars, bass, piano and percussion. Rhythmic and happy, with clap along back porch sentimental charm and a bit of rock music swagger, Instrumental, Country, New Country
Fun, positive, up tempo pop dancing tune for mainstream middle America performed live by Grammy winning bluegrass Americana country string band featuring WOW acoustic guitars, bass, piano and percussion. Rhythmic and happy, with clap along back porch sentimental charm and a bit of rock music swagger, Instrumental, Country, New Country
Suggestive guitar twangs the "wah wah wah" statement that underscores the point, says the obvious, adds the exclamation mark, underlines the statement, and conveys the message. A hot segue or outro. Urban. Edgy, but classic. "Hey, I know what you mean." Guitar,
Ooh, that hurts! Zinger dinger stinger! Edgy, urban, sophisticated piano/bass/percussion/orchestral segue/outro, featuring glitzy dissonant iced piano arpeggio that climbs up all of the keys. Fast. Wow. Those guys really know how to play! Keyboard,
Mellow and sexy B. B. King style electric guitar picking lead over languid acoustic piano and electric bass in sultry, mellow groove tune with soft drum kit and shakers. Easy, sophisticated, relaxation time. Gentle undulating waves of quasi-music. An upscale tune for skinny dipping in your Rolex. Instrumental, New Age, Contemporary Instr
Gritty urban big band grunge lite. Brass, guitars, bass, rock piano and drum kit in tightly bonded pop rock jazz fusion. Tight electric guitar picking lead alternates with sexy, breathy saxophone. Sweet echos of 1970's pop rock band, Chicago. Crunchy. Hard driven adult sophistication. Instrumental, Corporate, Corp. New Age Electronic
Gritty urban big band grunge lite. Brass, guitars, bass, rock piano and drum kit in tightly bonded pop rock jazz fusion. Tight electric guitar picking lead alternates with sexy, breathy saxophone. Sweet echos of 1970's pop rock band, Chicago. Crunchy. Hard driven adult sophistication. Instrumental, News, News Themes
Tinkly little music box plays the traditional children's Christmas carol, sometimes called the "Cradle Song," in sweet, minimalist style, just the way you remember it. The classic Sunday School Christmas pageant song, steeped in nostalgia and treasured memories of loving family holidays of the past. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Music Boxes
Swingy, happy clap motivational little branding ditty. Simple piano chord based melody with see-saw bass line, punctuated by group rhythmic slap slaps. Nothing complex. Clean, pure, charming, broadly appealing. A "stuck in my head" tag line advert jingle you can't forget, even if you wanted to. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Piano
The classic sound of a chubby fellow lumbering his way across the stage. Melodic and charming. The traditional sound of slow walking. Exactly as you remember it. Nostalgic and magical in the way it provokes smiles of understanding in all audiences. Happy times; silly times; family and kid times. Brass,
The shimmering wiz pop swish of the fairy's magic wand. Bright and sparkling, light and magical. The traditional sound of the genie's spell that promises surprise, joy and your dreams come true. The classic Disney magic sound of smiles and wide eyed wonders. Believe in miracles. Just like the movies, Science Fiction, Magic Sounds
Tuba and trombone play the little ditty everyone loves and remembers from the old Mighty Mouse cartoon show. Yes, the brave do-gooder is on his way to fight the bad guys and win a victory for all the little kids and the Forces of Good. A sweet, happy smile-provoking cue for a little giggle or two. Cartoon,
What lay ahead, one cannot know. What lays in the past must now stay forever buried there. Your old home lost, like the simple times in which innocence, hope and sweet new love was easy and natural. Now, you ride alone in the train toward an uncertain future. Look out the window to the hills. Ponder, Keyboard,
They have betrayed you and you have taken your revenge. Now, with their blood on your hands, you tally the gains and losses. You have also betrayed: your own sense of dignity, courage and honor. Where is justice? Where is truth in a world weary of war and retribution? Grief abounds and all mourn. Keyboard,
Whimsical cartoon circus calliope toots a sweet little finale and the clowns take a bow. Light and quick, with a tiny grace note ending. Smile-maker. Happy times. Keyboard, Calliope
Classic old time Hollywood silent film Wurlitzer organ plays eerie "sneak up on you" wavering melody of fear and apprehension. For an authentic, retro sound of lurking danger, creaking floors, knocks on the door, fluttering curtains, fast escapes, and scary creeping ghosts, monsters and bogeymen. Cartoon,
Classic military bugle call featured in wild west films and cartoons, played by a sweet muted trumpet. The stereo-typical call to action. "Get up and get going! CHARGE!" Cartoon,
Classic military bugle call featured in wild west films and cartoons, played by a sweet muted trumpet. The stereo-typical call to action. "Get up and get going! CHARGE!" Cartoon,
"Praise God From Whom All Blessings Flow," the traditional Christian hymn played as the collection plate is passed through the congregation. Here the classic song of faith is played on a grand Westminster Abbey style organ, creating a huge, dramatic sound. Resonant. Regal. Easter Christmas Wedding, Instrumental, Spiritual, Christian Hymns
Westminster Abbey style church organ plays the traditional hymn and service musical finale, in long form, where the congregation sings "Amen" three times. Grand. Resonant. Keyboard,
Alien space ship ignites its engines, blasts off in a huge roar, hovers overhead briefly, then slowly climbs up into outer space. A high drama attention grabber. Science Fiction,
Single, crisp metallic ding. Not a triangle. Not music. The sound of a small piece of metal hitting a hard surface: an old key dropping onto the floor; a little hammer at work; a cobbler at his bench. A cartoon "I've got an idea" sound. A light clink. Sweet and clear, and not "too much." Achromatic Percussion,
Two kettle drums play the dreaded, heralded march of heavy footsteps pitched in a perfect fifth. A gradual pan from left to right. Loopable. Who approaches? The King? The Monster? Is this a scene from Space Oddyssey 2001? Yes, a regal and powerful presence approaches, but the sound is quite ominous. Achromatic Percussion,
Hollow, woody sounding marimba notes slide down the percussive scale. Starting slowly, with hesitation, at first, but then giving in to gravity and falling down fast into a big, frantic crash heap of sound. Silly and fun. A happy "oops" sound that everyone understands. Radio ready. Cute and happy. Cartoon, Falling
"I can't get 'em up this morning!" The traditional early morning military wake-up call, done in charming, old fashioned retro cartoon style, with a silly little high-pitched horn in a hurry. Sweet and simple. No slick gimmicks. Bring on the giggles and laughs! A guaranteed smile maker for all ages. Cartoon,
Traditional old time movie cartoon finale, played on light and happy solo marimba. Bright. Sparkly. Nostalgic. Radio perfect. It's giggle time! Chromatic Percussion, Marimbas
The real, authentic high pitched "zip" sound as a firm and steady hand pulls up on a lightweight metal zipper. Imagine putting on a light weight spring jacket or stuffing makeup into your purse. Ready radio audio. Foley,
The real, authentic medium pitched "zip" sound as a firm and steady hand pulls up on a medium gauge metal zipper. Imagine putting on a light weight spring jacket or stuffing makeup into your purse. Ready radio audio. Foley,
The real, authentic low pitched "zip" sound as a firm and steady hand pulls up on a heavy gauge metal zipper. Imagine putting on Dad's old wool plaid winter jacket or stuffing homework into a school kid's back pack. Ready radio audio. Foley,
The home "Mr. Coffee" machine flips his switch, does his work, and the hot coffee drips into the pot. The percolating drips and sputtering stop and steam escapes. "Turn off the switch! It's time to pour a cup!" Kitchen,
The home "Mr. Coffee" machine does his morning duty. Sputtering, sloshing. Aah, smell the aroma of freshly ground coffee beans. No adult breakfast is complete without a hot, steaming cup of joe. Kitchen,
The home "Mr. Coffee" machine has done his morning duty -- sputtering, sloshing -- and now it is time to pour a fresh, steaming cup of fortitude. Aah, smell the aroma of freshly brewed coffee made from coarse ground coffee beans. No adult breakfast is complete without a hot, steaming cup of joe. Kitchen, Pouring
Yummy! Reheated leftovers on a plate! Open the door; shove the food into the microwave oven; set the timer; wait; buzz; open and hey, pass the ketchup! Kitchen, Appliances
Children's music often connotes simple, sugar-coated, grating music that wears thin on multiple listens. That's wrong. It should be an eloquent testament to the beauty and innocence of early childhood, when everything (especially dogs) is new and awaiting discovery--like this piano/orchestral track. Instrumental, Childrens, Lullabies
Calm, soothing ending to times of trial and adversity. The peace comes from knowing that, in the end, all will be well. Love, grace, and strength comes from accepting challenges and seeking guidance from above. Keyboard,
Delicate, ballet-like, frothy with crisp arpeggios. A bow to the sugarplum fairy and classical music. Regal; inspired and memorable. Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Piano
Strong, steadfast, yet delicate. Persistence with beauty and melodic elegance. Impressionist. Arpeggio ending with touch of dissonance. Mellow. Smooth. "We will outlast this trial and emerge unscathed." Instrumental, Corporate, Corporate Piano
Sweet, lilting piano/orchestral waltz, similar to Brahms Lullaby only fresh and poignant, with uplifting intro and sentimental outro. Resonant and soulful music to charm adults as well as their children. Not sappy. Not tiresome. Lovely. A soft and delicate branding track that whispers "I'm special." Instrumental, Childrens, Lullabies
The classic song of the Confederate South, played by a solo jolly tuba. Simple and charming. Without gimmicks or pretense. When you want the traditional melody, but in an easy, fun, whimsical and lighthearted musical style. A bright, childlike sunshine moment. For happy times with no worries. Cartoon,
Resonant oboe plays the classic "sneak up on you" theme, signaling somebody is about to get ambushed! Surprise! Is it Bugs Bunny? Elmer Fudd? The classic and traditional, anxiety producing, "oh no, look out" sound of something scary that is about to happen. Happy, light horror; cartoons; animation. Cartoon,
Resonant oboe plays the classic "sneak up on you" theme, signaling somebody is about to get ambushed! Bugs Bunny? Elmer Fudd? Cartoons. Halloween. Cartoon,
