In the late 1940's and 1950's cool jazz evolved directly from bop. Essentially it was a mixture of bop with certain aspects of swing that had been overlooked or temporarily discarded. Dissonances were smoothed out, tones were softened, arrangements became important again and the rhythm section's accents were less jarring. Because some of the key pacesetters of the style (many of whom were studio musicians) were centered in Los Angeles, it was nicknamed "West Coast Jazz." Some of the recordings were experimental in nature (hinting at classical music) while some overarranged sessions were bland but in general this was a viable and popular style. By the late 1950's hard bop from the East Coast ...
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A delightful jazz quintet of piano, vibes, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums with brushes reminds one of the little kid who just won't be quiet. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A classic Jazz club bossa nova with flugelhorn and tenor sax lead. A lush, beautiful 2 horn melody. Light, sweet, sophisticated and colorful. A great choice for a project needing of jazz atmosphere, nightclub scene, lovers in the park, midlife romance, sexy time. This is the edited version. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Straight ahead cool/bop swing with Horns on the head. Nice guitar solo.. Drums, Upright Bass, Piano, Horns, Influences by Monk, Evans, Rahsaan, Miles, etc. Nice fit for radio and lounge. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A blazing and burning straight ahead jazz tune hanging on the very edge of disaster and somehow surviving, with piano, bass, drums, guitar and vibes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Light cocktail swing featuring muted trumpet with a great retro vibe. Black Tie elegance suitable for high society, serious jazz listening, dancing or schmoozing. Creates swanky, upscale party atmosphere without dominating. Supports dialogue. Played by a quartet of accomplished jazz musicians, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Smooth Jazz Ballad: Piano Version! Jazz club or blues lounge background music. Smooke room or Jazz era reflections. Bluesy jazz piano and electric piano, upright jazz bass, and jazz drums with some trumpet. Cool jazzy ambience for various use. ALSO SEE THE FULL VERSION 1, WITH BRASS SECTION! Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very easy going and relaxed jazz swing tune perfect for the person who is just loafing and has no plans whatsoever. A bit whimsical and playful, this tune creates a wonderful feeling of elation. Features piano, electric piano, acoustic bass and a very creative drummer. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Laid back straight ahead Cool Jazz track Feature Guitar, Synth Guitar, Bass and Drums. Dedicated to a very beautiful women I had the the pleasure of meeting. Jazzy Lounge, Jazz Clubs, Hotels, Chill Out, Cable Radio, Commercial, Corporate, On Hold, Retail, In Store. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A cool descending minor vibe that heads into a relative major bridge. The melody is played between Saxophone and Piano. Then, our cool kitty spots a mouse and the chase is on! Double time explodes with a chase between Sax and Piano (Cat and Mouse) until 'cool' is restored. Homage to the stray cats. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Jazz ballad, slow with a beautiful mournful flugelhorn melody. Sets a dark emotional tone yet has deep romanticism. Conveys sorrow, thoughtfulness, reflection contemplation acceptance. Could support a breakup moment, a eulogy, end of a relationship or a coming together / healing in times of trouble. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
This loop only utilizes a jazz trio. It uses a medium fast tempo and has a cool feel with a simple texture. The sound quickly and easily suggests sophisticated jazz, great for radio or TV. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A medium tempo swing tune with a very easy going and relaxed feel featuring piano, acoustic guitar, vibes, acoustic bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
It's always a good feeling when somebody unexpectedly picks up the check, featuring electric piano, marimba, piano, bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Hip Retro Cool Jazz. Muted trumpet, upright bass, piano, pad and jazz kit percussion. | Usage: full piece composed to be looped or edited for Mobile Games, Flash Games & Advertising, Title Card and Gameplay. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A percussive piece with the ability to highlight the intense and/or the mischievous. Also applicable to situations of swagger, high stakes, and sophistication. Drums only. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very cool, hip, retro sounding instrumental jazz waltz. It features brush drums, upright bass, piano, B3 organ, and horn section. Great background track, or theme music needing that cool jazz sound. Has a bit of swagger to it. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very commanding and authoritative melody keeps things in order and moving along quite nicely at an accelerated pace, featuring piano, electric piano, guitar, bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A light and childish jazz swing tune with a very relaxed melody that is reflective of happy memories, featuring a quartet of piano, acoustic guitar, drums with brushes and acoustic bass. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Aggressive in it's own right, mid to up tempo Cool Jazz track with a bite, Tenor Sax leads the ensemble of traditional Jazz Quartet formatting, Bouncy and Positive, Energetic and straight forward musical sound bed for late night after hours club scenes, Film and Television, Commercial Ads, etc. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
An impatient jazz swing tune for those who haven't enough time with electric piano, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Dark and smoky jazz tune with a film-noir feel. Sleazy speakeasies, gumshoes on the case, red-dress vixens in cocktail bars, cigarettes in the alleyway. Great for bringing a classic kind of cool to television, advertisements, video games. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
This song is up-beat, luxurious and rich in melodies that will inspire your audience to mingle, conduct business or just relax as they listen. It creates a very upscale, luxurious atmosphere. Guests will be refreshed and happy after listening to these melodies. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A floating jazz swing tune with funky rhythmic undertones perfect for the treasured things of life, featuring piano, harmonica, guitar, bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
In the transition from Bebop to Cool Jazz, Miles Davis had to define what was Cool and what was not, and this track may help bridge that definition? Sax and Piano ease through the transition backed by Piano Trio and Guitar. Corporate Advertisement. Afro American Heritage, Lounge Jazz, Resorts. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Breezy Cool Jazz similar to 30 Rock, Party Down, Modern Family etc. featuring smooth saxophone solos, slick upright bass riffs and explosive percussion rhythms. Perfect for Comedy, Drama, Spies etc. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Village Groove is soprano and tenor saxes, organ, bass guitar and drums. Soprano and tenors take lead lines in separate 8 bar sections while the rest of the saxes provide chordal or counterpoint melodic lines. Good for restaurant, cafe or business background. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Alto Saxophone led catchy West Coast Cool Jazz style. Inspired by John Coltrane, Miles Davis and Wes Montgomery. In particular look to the recording artists of the 'Blue Note' label between 1958-1964. A groovy hammond organ underlines the record in Lonnie Smith style and great hook on the Saxophone. Instrumental, Jazz, Acid Jazz
Jazzy with a funky bass line and a slinky vibes part with a tad of humor. Good for a mystery or animation, spy thriller or spoof. Think Pink Panther or Agent 99. A quirky caper. A clever plot. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A warm yet haunting jazz swing tune of piano, acoustic guitar, vibes, drums with brushes and acoustic bass. This song has a slight sense of urgency with a bit of melancholy. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A laid back guitar melody sings out in this mid tempo traditional jazz track played by a live ensemble with accompaniment from clarinet, drums and bass. Also available as a Loop and a Sting. Jazz, blues, Acoustic, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Blue note style cool jazz ala 1950's hipster piano trios. Simple yet swinging and cool. Nice mellow elements laid back and cozy. intelligent understated friendly close up, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
BLUES GUITAR TRIO: Instrumental blues / jazz track featuring a mellow jazz guitar accompanied by upright bass and brush drums. Has a mellow cool jazz swing, laid back feel. Spacious lines unobtrusive, great for background ambience. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A medium tempo, groove oriented, electric guitar feature that fuses together cool jazz and country blues sounds. Would work well for many scenes needing a mellow, swinging, jazzy, country, bluesy, undertone or vibe. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A jazz quintet of two guitars, clarinet, drums and bass create a wonderful up-tempo blues track reminiscent of the twenties and thirties in the time of Al Capone. Also available as a Loop and a Sting. Jazz, blues, Acoustic, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Moody free style guitar and piano Jazz full of emotion, Wandering the city streets with all life passing you by, high rise cityscape at night, thinking about difficult decisions love, regret, hope, following clues trying to work it all out. Cool chilled Jazz for deep thoughts Improvised live feel. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
