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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Hip and cool, this retro jazzy piece features trumpet and bass. Mid-tempo, bright intense track, with strong drumbeat, piano, and a remarkable wind-section theme, it is perfect for creating an upbeat, yet hazy atmosphere. Great for productions that require a jazzy vibe, such as films, shows, commer, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Hip and cool, this retro jazzy piece features trumpet and bass. Mid-tempo, bright intense track, with strong drumbeat, piano, and a remarkable wind-section theme, it is perfect for creating an upbeat, yet hazy atmosphere. Great for productions that require a jazzy vibe, such as films, shows, commer, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
This is aimed at the same market as the modern jazz quartet which lasted over fifty years supplying people who needed something better than pop music in their lives. It was actually a blend of any classic music played on the vibraphone lead. The idea was to make a musical identity for anything. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A slow chilled out and laid back piece of Jazz music that will wash over you and get you in the mood for a night of jazz at the local jazz club! Played by a small jazz trio of piano, double bass, and acoustic drums, this track is great for evoking that retro 1930s and 1940s jazz feel, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A little mysterious like someone with hidden talents and abilities that surprise, featuring piano, guitar, vibes, drums and bass. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very laid-back cool jazz instrumental track. This mid-tempo jazz waltz features, brush drums, upright bass, acoustic and electric piano, and guitar on the lead. With it’s traditional retro sound, the track would work great as background source music for a night club scene. Also film-noir. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A medium-fast upbeat jazz swing tune with piano, bass, flute, sax, strings and drums with brushes. Having a great day from beginning to end and looking very good as well. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Traditional acoustic jazz piece with a subtle yet driving feel with piano, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums with brushes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A Cool Jazz instrumental track, with a retro sound to it. Perfect for Film Noir. It features a full big band with drums, upright bass, piano, vibes, saxes, trombones, and trumpets. Has a big -city, urban sound for a crime drama theme song, or anything depicting the “mean streets” of the city. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A warm and mellow jazz swing filled with promise with fretless bass and clarinets lead, piano, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums with brushes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A contemplative yet lively jazz swing tune to help with decisions, featuring piano, guitar, vibes, drums with brushes and acoustic bass. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Vintage sounding Jazz with that cool, breezy and swinging groove of 50's and 60's ensembles. Great for films, documentaries and commercials. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A 5/4 cool jazz instrumental track, with a retro sound to it. It features brush drums, bass, electric piano, vibes, guitar, and horn section. Very laid-back and cool. Great background track for urban scenes, or source music for nightclub. New York, Chicago, Vegas. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Dangerous Cool Jazz spy thriller similar to Archer, Pink Panther, White Collar etc. featuring smooth upright bass, scorching brass solos and explosive bongo rhythms. Smoky, suave jazz perfect for Action, Comedy, Spies etc. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
The party has been going on for days and now it's time to actually chillout on the beach and relax. This jazzy chill song features a flowing tenor sax melody and smooth real horn section. Sexy, serene and slightly mystical with a bit of excitement in the chorus sections. 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
An opinionated melody with a bossy attitude plays over some intriguing minor-key changes and swings none the less, featuring piano, acoustic bass, vibes and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very inspiring swing jazz giving a feeling of frenetic talking and activity featuring piano, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very relaxed and melancholic jazz ballad with piano, bass, drums and acoustic guitar. The perfect tune for an afternoon of contemplation under the old elm tree. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A relaxed and very cool feel with piano, electric piano, acoustic bass and drums with brushes. No matter what life throws at you, look to the bright side. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A fusion of fast swing and slow funk with a very motivational pull, featuring piano, electric piano, guitar, bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A melancholy jazz/rock tune with a European flavor featuring piano, electric piano, electric bass, accordion, guitar and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Uptempo, playful jazz trio. Nice jazz mood for lounge, city life, bustling night, happening people and everything that's cool. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
An impatient jazz swing tune for those who haven't enough time with piano, marimba, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Super-Cool smooth lounge jazz. Late night, smokey bar-room, very laid-back and easy going four-piece jazz combo featuring electric piano, grand piano, double bass & brushed drum kit. Perfect for radio and television commercials requiring a cool sophisticated feel. Various mixes 60's and 30's, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very deliberate and juicy medium-tempo jazz swing featuring acoustic guitar, piano, electric piano, acoustic bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
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