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.
The horse and carriage heard in the intro to the composition not withstanding, and although not originally written for this purpose, 'Minuet in D' has been used as a musical suggestion [prelude to the ceremony] from the bride to her guests in attendance at her wedding, signaling her intention to... Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
'Sauterne' [a dry to bittersweet white wine] is perhaps the second oldest song in my catalogue. It was submitted in 1976 for a College music theory assignment to an amenably strict instructor [Williametta Spencer] who seemed to enjoy it. It is quite melancholy, yet without the urge to find a... Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
A popular opera aria performed by a soprano accompanied by piano, violin, bass. From Gianni Schicchi by Giacomo Puccini. Also available as an instrumental or accompaniment track. Original or New Intro. Key Ab. Instrumental is public domain but the vocal track is licensable in the US only until 2040. Female Vocals, European, European, Giacomo Puccini
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
Up-Tempo: The classic industrial sound of big orchestrations for corporate image, news, global events, and business in general. News, Sports Orchestral
Cathedral organ creates atmosphere of excitement with this dynamic and flowing piece.Suitable for religious,church and historical media.This track would also make a great ringtone. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Beautiful, dark, dramatic orchestral music that builds to a climactic ending. Would work well for dark Christmas music, sad winter Holidays or cold wintry scenes. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century
Your media presentation will sparkle with this light, spirited, feel-good full orchestra composition. Great to use in cartoons, animated films, radio productions, Disney-like presentations or any project in need of a happy and upbeat instrumental. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Jack G. Graves
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
This is a new arrangement of Rachmaninoff's "Prelude In C# Minor" For Brass, Percussion, Strings and Woodwinds. How many notes can you fit on one page of music? Good for eerie, spookie, dramatic film or tv scenes. Instrumental, Classical, 20th Century, Sergei Rachmaninoff
music for videos,
buyout music,
music wav,
royalty free music,
commercial stock music,
license music,
world music,
stock music,
royalty-free songs,
stock music tracks,
stock music downloads,
royalty free mp3,
royalty-free music,
music for video,
stock music sound effects,
background music,
television music,
download music,
royalty-free song,
,
20th Century