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.
Dear film and documentary makers for your delight is Mars by Gustav Holst. This iconic and incomparable piece will bring an air of professionalism to any production. Its strident war like opening is perfect for those epic film or documentary moments, be it space or conflict. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Gustav Holst
Jolly uplifting hopeful Orchestral track. Starts with a simple plucking of strings and oboe, then builds into a triumphant choir (not too heavy) confirming the hopeful outlook. Drops back to a gentle pace with button ending. The edit works best for a 30sec advert. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Full Orchestra ala "Prokofiev", Full Orchestra, prominent Violins and Wind instrumentation in Bb Major. Sounds like Bruckner, Prokofiev, Rachmaninoff. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Up-Tempo: This expansive orchestral score with a world-beat flair conjures a sense of global competition and progress. A continuous evolution of intricate textures, sweeping strings and world-music rhythms. Corporate, Radio/Multimedia
Tis piece of contemporary music, in the early '900 style, was inspired by the symphonic poems of Ottorino Respighi, like 'Pines of Rome'. Ideal for hot summer atmospheres, with a lot of vegetation, children chases, fireworks, water games, fountains. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A sad, 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. Somber, gentle and reflective, this music suggests passion, determination and elation. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Soft and relaxing classical and romantic melodic music written for oboe and stringed instruments. It is suitable for romantic environments of peace, relaxation and tranquility. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Film soundtrack orchestral music inspired by the landscape and the light color of summer storms on the Mediterranean coast. With fast and intense rain to leave behind a clean and fresh atmosphere - beautiful, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Heartfelt and warm, a piece of classical love piano music. A piece of traditional classical music for ceremonies, weddings, traditional events and much more. Regal and romantic, a classy piece of classical music. Great for Valentines day and romance based visuals. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A soft and tender piece of piano love music played on a grand piano. A piece of traditional classical music for ceremonies, weddings, traditional events and much more. Regal and romantic, a classy piece of classical music. Great for Valentines day and romance based visuals. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
An old ragtime favorite! A great piece of upbeat and uptempo classic 1920's and roaring twenties style ragtime music hall piano. A classic piece of 20s music, created with instruments from the era and decade. Capture that classic forties sound and evoke that 1920s feeling in your next project. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A traditional piece of classical piano music for lovers and romantic visuals. A piece of traditional classical music for ceremonies, weddings, traditional events and much more. Regal and romantic, a classy piece of classical music. Great for Valentines day and romance based visuals. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
An old ragtime favorite! A great piece of upbeat and uptempo classic 1920's and roaring twenties style ragtime music hall piano. A classic piece of 20s music, created with instruments from the era and decade. Capture that classic forties sound and evoke that 1920s feeling in your next project. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
An uptempo piece of modern news music, great for current affairs, business, the news, stock markets, financial shows and much more. Other mixes available, including full, alt, stinger, with beep, without beep, 60 second, 30 second and 15 second. A pulsing and building piece of TV music, ideal for us, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
An old ragtime favorite! A great piece of upbeat and uptempo classic 1920's and roaring twenties style ragtime music hall piano. A classic piece of 20s music, created with instruments from the era and decade. Capture that classic forties sound and evoke that 1920s feeling in your next project. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Sentimental and teary, a piece of classical piano music for heartfelt moments. A piece of traditional classical music for ceremonies, weddings, traditional events and much more. Regal and romantic, a classy piece of classical music. Great for Valentines day and romance based visuals. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
An old ragtime favorite! A great piece of upbeat and uptempo classic 1920's and roaring twenties style ragtime music hall piano. A classic piece of 20s music, created with instruments from the era and decade. Capture that classic forties sound and evoke that 1920s feeling in your next project. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
An old ragtime favorite! A great piece of upbeat and uptempo classic 1920's and roaring twenties style ragtime music hall piano. A classic piece of 20s music, created with instruments from the era and decade. Capture that classic forties sound and evoke that 1920s feeling in your next project. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
This track brings to mind a social event from the 1800's or early 1900's. Could have been in the Titanic. A peppy small orchestra featuring strings Great for travel industry to show elegant resorts, or movie with elegant social affair scene. Great for period music from the 1800's too. clean ending. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
This elaborately constructed composition features two primary themes that are elegantly developed throughout the piece... Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A Rachmaninov inspired miniature piano concerto written for a one minute short in a 24 hour film competition, this energetic track goes from tragic drama and urgency to a positive resolution and ecstatic release. USES: film short, one minute tales of intense drama, TV ads, film trailer, 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
with a fairy tale feel suggesting magical adventure march of the toys is ideal for children and christmas productions, cartoons and animations toys marching nursery mischief fantasia disney. classical orchestral instruments used - clarinet, flute, oboe, bassoon, tuba, trumpet, mallets, per, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Amilcare Ponchielli
One of the best of Chopin's technical and famous etudes. Fast, excited, and staccato throughout- playful and humorous. Perfect for kids, children, anything silly and sweet; Instrumental, Classical, Classical Piano, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Frederic Chopin
An immersive orchestral piece based on the piano, extremely melodic, with female vocals that recall some compositions of Ennio Morricone. This piece is particularly suitable for intense, melancholic, dramatic, or romantic scenes, where the music is going to remain in your brain for a while. Female Vocals, Classical, 20th Century
The second Gnossienne has the instruction, 'avec étonnement', (with astonishment), to instruct the player to play slightly faster than the other two pieces. Still has lots of space and freedom of expression. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Erik Satie
Yearning and slightly dramatic this music should be ideal for a period film. First half of the twentieth century. It's sad but searching for hope. The Vc, Vla and second violin play a low moving melody while the first violin cries dramatically in the upper register. Suspenseful murder mystery, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A modern Classical piece in an atonal form. Chaotic and suspenseful with flutes on top and tubular bells, timpani and wood block. Great for film, animation, tv, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A melancholic, nostalgic and lyrical chamber work suitable for scenes of longing and sadness, but also good for scenes of hope, love and beauty. Similar to the music of Debussy, Mahler and Puccini (late/post-romantic - impressionism). Scored for piano, clarinet and violin. Triple canon ending. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Contemporary classical piano and strings make this dark picture of a haunted place. This would work well in any horror movie or any horror scene to show imminent danger ahead. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Big and grandiose symphonic music with various themes including drama, love and flight. Huge pounding drums and horns going into lush string arrangements. Perfect for any movie trailer music. Very John Williams in nature. An overture for a top selling Hollywood movie. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A peaceful, serene, and spacious reed trio piece featuring two clarinets and bassoon. Perfect for relaxing and tranquil moments. Just wistful enough to also accompany bittersweet memories, looking back on a life, a sepia-tinged retrospective of life friendships. The mood of a visual underscore. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A very soft and very light piece of beautiful classical piano music. A piece of traditional classical music for ceremonies, weddings, traditional events and much more. Regal and romantic, a classy piece of classical music. Great for Valentines day and romance based visuals. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A staccato string piece of music - great for the rich and powerful! A piece of traditional classical music for ceremonies, weddings, traditional events and much more. Regal and romantic, a classy piece of classical music. Great for Valentines day and romance based visuals. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A very soft and heartfelt piece of romantic classical piano music. A piece of traditional classical music for ceremonies, weddings, traditional events and much more. Regal and romantic, a classy piece of classical music. Great for Valentines day and romance based visuals. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
This is a full-fledged piano piece at a slow pace. It starts with a series of ascending chords that eventually give in to a slightly dissonant melody that returns at the end to a different series of bouncing chords. Great music to establish a character or a situation in a film. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
This is a gentle stroll through the woods, looking at all the trees, streams and animals. A waterfall is in the distance and it is very, very peaceful, so relax. This track is fully loopable so can be used in video-games or anywhere with an indeterminate amount of tranquility is needed! Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Frolicking main theme is developed in the wind instruments while a second descending counter-motive is developed by the strings. This multi-textured orchestral work serves as an effective musical backdrop for a wide variety of applications... Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A retro and swinging sixties track with cool surf guitars and upbeat 60s rhythms. Other mixes are available for this track, including full, alternate, stinger, 60 second, 30 second and 15 second. A classic piece of 60s music, created with instruments from the era and decade. Capture that classic swi, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A retro and swinging sixties track with cool surf guitars and upbeat 60s rhythms. Other mixes are available for this track, including full, alternate, stinger, 60 second, 30 second and 15 second. A classic piece of 60s music, created with instruments from the era and decade. Capture that classic swi, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A retro and cool piece of 1960s style surf guitar music! Other mixes are available for this track, including full, alternate, stinger, 60 second, 30 second and 15 second. A classic piece of 60s music, created with instruments from the era and decade. Capture that classic swinging sixties sound and e, Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
