20th century classical music was extremely varied and thus there was no dominant style. However, a salient feature in classical music during this period was the increased use of dissonance. Because of this, the 20th century is sometimes called the "Dissonant Period" of classical music, because much of its music was a reaction to, or against, the common practice period, which emphasized consonance. The International Paris Exposition celebrating the centennial of the French Revolution in 1889 is referred to by one writer as the watershed transitional moment from consonance to dissonance.
Featuring a small chamber group, this musical adaptation of Ravel's Sonatine is ideal for historical dramas and romantic scenarios. With an Impressionistic ambiance, varied orchestral colors and some deviation of tempo with some short pauses. Very French! Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Maurice Ravel
An intense, climactic choral and orchestral piece in the style of Carl Orff's O Fortuna from Carmina Burana. Ideal for scenes of intensity in reality shows, competitive program or extreme sports. Also great for huge dramatic, frightening or conquering moments. Mixed Vocals, Classical, 20th Century
A flowing marimba bed accompanies multiple interwoven counterpoint lines based on a recurring melodic theme. Although this composition is somewhat harmonically complex, it is still very soothing for the listener... Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Big and grandiose orchestral musicin the vein of the huge symphony scores of the big films of the 50's and 60's. Great for any powerful and dramatic movie. Moving and dramatic. Similar to a John Williams or James Newton Howard film soundtrack. Beautiful and lush with bells and woodwinds. Dramatic. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Suspense, war, fairy tales, sadness, adventure, love, mystery. Exciting, building Hollywood filmscore or opening scenes. Sets the scene for magic or a wild ride over the moon. Tense, cautious violins build to a big finale with an upbeat, hopeful resolution. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
The music starts with a series of stately chords and then procedes to an elegant and repetitive music. Ideal music for a movie or a documentary. Parts of it can also be used for commercial purposes. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Furious Primitive anger. Intro of dark monk tones then angry pounding theme, deliberate, mad, violent, mean, menacing, that goes back to the monk tones at end, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Minimalist is the style of Phillip Glass. Pensive, worried, repetitive and questioning. Music that works well for pondering a choice or you can't decide. The uncertainty of nature will also work well. Drama, suspense, travel, leisure and nature. Instrumental, Dramatic, Contemplative Music
This magical composition with its lush strings and twinkly production will liven your media project. Very serene full orchestra, perfect for Disney-like productions, animated films, radio productions, commercials, in-store media and much more. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Jack G. Graves
A delicate and rarefied solo piano track with suspended chords and a melodic line that remember something of Debussy. It seems to see a girl who walks on tiptoe. Ideal for documentary, advertising, corporate, movies, web and tv series, landscape. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Calm and full of fantasy music. The accompaniment is slow and repetitive while the melody is playful and with a bit of mystery. Beautiful piano music. Ideal for a fantasy movie. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A very melodic waltz where the piano lines are very subtle and are accompanied by a beautiful woman voice and by a violoncello first chair that adds depth to the composition. This piece is perfect for sentimental and romantic film scenes. Female Vocals, Classical, 20th Century
Hysterically funny 30 second short for the gaming industry. Set to a tango, Tad (old man) rambles on about how much he loves slot machines. Ideal for any age audience, but the younger gaming crowd absolutely loves this spot. This is such a favorite that Tad will surely do many more in the future, Spoken Word, Classical, 20th Century
A sad, slow and sparse piano concerto movement. Melancholy and elegiac yet expressive in warmth. Suitable as background music for nostalgic, quiet, weepy moments. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
The Rigaudon is dance form from the 17th and 18th. This lively and playful rendition of the dance is a good example the oboe, clarinet and bassoon in light-hearted and bouncing expression that woodwinds instrument are capable of playing. The Rigaudon is also antic coltish elfish fay frisky frolic, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A passionate 30-second tango with an unexpected surprise. Sweet romantic comedy, silly, parody, vintage, and verrry funny... Over-the-top passionate playful and quirky tango. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A bubbling, bristling modern orchestral instrumental in an odd time signature. Great for soundtrack, underscore, etc. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A short mystical track starting with xylophones, marimbas, glass harmonica, rubbed glasses, litophone, and rattles, with a solo cello chiming in at 0:14, accompanied by orchestral brass from 0:32 on, and building throughout to the final climax. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A cosy, bright, friendly and happy tune with an orchestral arrangement and Christmas sleigh bells. This is a Christmas version of the track Waltz of Life. Instrumental, Christmas, Xmas Orch.
Serene yet intense this flute and piano duet composition is the kind of instrumental that will enhance your media product. Great for films set in the early 20th century, radio productions, animated films, commercials and much more. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Gabriel Faure
Remake of classical piece by famous composer of 20th century Maurice Ravel. Elegant exotic travel, adventure, epic romance. Perfect movie trailer TV show or PBS documentary about Spain or Spanish conquests. Exciting World Beat, thrilling soaring and triumphant. Regal stately winning. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Maurice Ravel
This was written during the first gulf war, 1991.. a new world order is what bush senior proclaimed.. since then we've only been shamed..
the wind quintet portrays humanity in all it's vulnerable confusion..
the electronic pounding sounds represent the military/industrial jugernaut.. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
The calmness of a river and the grandeur of a waterfall: this track includes two different moods and some very catchy melodies. Orchestral instruments and choirs together lead to a very rich sound. Female Vocals, Classical, 20th Century
Finale Allegro, Upbeat and positive Strings w, nice rhythm Kick hits. Sounds like Bruckner, Prokofiev, Rachmaninoff. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Magical, mystical, enchanting music reminiscent of some of the best cinematic music of Danny Elfman, haunting and beautiful, full of twists and surprises. Fully orchestrated with strings, piano, harp strings, and more. Mesmerizing ambient background vocals, great for projects with a mysterious touch, Female Vocals, Classical, 20th Century
A lyrical, romantic and flowing composition for piano. Impressionistic and nostalgic with an expressive, florid melody and peaceful accompaniment this peace evokes quiet introspection, new and lost loves. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Ascending piano unveiling the French Baroque sophistication, Ravel's minuet gives an ancient aura with its medieval modulations. Powerful mid section Ideal for romantic scenes, documentary, history, nature, Discovery, National Geographic, education, cosmetics, spa/hotel, Bulgari, Cartier, Omega. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Maurice Ravel
Very delicate, sophisticated, relaxed piano touches. Thereby touching old and young hearts. Like falling in love. Or even floating in space like a light hearted Mozart.. Closing eyes, background for feelings of well beeing, lounging, receiving beauty treatment, corporate branding, sophisticated prom, Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century
This track will make you feel like sipping champagne and eating cavier. A peppy string quartet that just screams luxury and "Life Styles of the Rich and Famous". Great for travel industry to show elegant resorts, or movie with elegant social affair scene. Short, clean ending. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A cheerful, happy, lighthearted and fresh sounding track. Featuring two clarinets and bassoon. Always in motion passing the melody around the trio. The bassoon eighth note pattern propels the piece forward. Absolutely perfect for TV commercials that are fun, positive, uplifting and hopeful in nature, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Edda Concerto: A collection of Norse Myths, for bass clarinet and orchestra. The second movement is Yggdrasil. In Norse myths Yggdrasil is known as the life tree. The life's tree is in, a very serene and mystical place. The bass clarinet pays it respect with a hymn like express to it's grandeur. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Music written for orchestra has two distinct environments: a rhythmic part with fast notes and slow development with long notes. This music is appropriate for an audiovisual production. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Passionate slow Symphony string and hammering cello music. Powerful, Melodic And touching. heartwarm Nostalgic Melody with String Quarter. Romantic Orchesrtal for Film, crossover and Intro in the spirit of Italian music and Medieval Music, also suitable for Documentary films. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Somber, reflectful orchestral piece that brings a sense of calm about an otherwise sad situation. Example scene: Shakespearean tragedy; Romeo and Juliet are dead, camera pans out to see the warring families make peace, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Adagio-Allegro, Full Orchestra building emotions up and down, highlights of Violins and Horns. Sounds like Bruckner, Prokofiev, Rachmaninoff. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A light, warm and happy orchestral composition depicting, as the title suggests, a magical scenario. Happy and warm, with light strings, harp and glockenspiel. Good for tourism commercials, adventure/fantasy scenes and games. Melody is light making it ideal for background music that still moves. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Contemporary classical atonal chamber music for flute and piano. Evocation of mystery, astonishment, stupefaction, eerie, unreal things. Suitable for documentaries, reality TV, movies about the history of 20th and 21st centuries. Expression of doubt, sadness, inside fragility. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Noble, elegant, deep and skillful expression of the piano, timeless associative mirroring. Open sound of Concert Grand Piano and skilled technical performance. Suitable for quality and artistic movie, drama, history movie, Fairy tale and more... Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
An intimate, pensive work for solo piano, seven hands in a minimalist style. The music begins quietly, builds momentum, becoming progressively elaborate and rhythmically complex, ending softly and poignantly. Ruminative, gentle and sincere, this music suggests passion, determination and elation. Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century
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