Also known as Bebop, Bop was a radical new music that developed gradually in the early 1940's and seemed to explode in 1945. Among its key innovators were altoist Charlie "Bird" Parker, trumpeter Dizzy Gillespie, pianist Bud Powell, drummer Max Roach and pianist-composer Thelonious Monk. The main difference between Bop and Swing is that the soloists engaged in chordal (rather than melodic) improvisation, often discarding the melody altogether after the first chorus and using the chords as the basis for the solo. Bebop jazz was usually performed in small groups and featured extended improvisation.
Bop is characterized by a fast tempo, advanced harmonies and complex chord progress ...
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A quirky and uptempo jazz track perfect for a comedy. Would fit in a scene with much confusion and chaos, people chasing each other and hiding from each other. Would also be the perfect track in shots of big city's like New York City, London, Paris, either contemporary or from the 40's. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Upbeat Jazz Waltz featuring Tenor Sax. The vibe has a straight ahead jazz feel and is a good fit for a lounge scene as well as for radio play. The tempo is fast at 165 bpm and keeps the piece flowing nicely. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Twisty and snake like theme featuring real alto saxophone along with electric piano,bass and cymbals.This track would make a great theme tune or underscore to a variety of urban type media. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
"Perspicacity" is a driving be-bop tune (quarter note = 200) performed by mellow vibraphone and backed by an acoustic piano trio. The arrangement provides background music for a barroom scene and/or transition music between scenes in an action flick. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Smooth, Upbeat, and Fun Jazz Song/Nu Jazz feat. male and female vocals and sax. Snapshot of how a relationship develops into a family because of heartsongs that deeply connected two lovers- Good for old school mystery/crime, black and white jazzy settings, downtown night life, and more. Male Vocals, Jazz, Bebop
A warm and mellow jazz swing quartet of piano, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums. This song has a warm uplifting quality portending a great day ahead. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
A classic sounding Bebop tune with a frontline of sax and trumpet. Like Bird and Diz it sounds like the the real thing. Straight ahead classic jazz, like a jazz club in the 40's. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Sax melodies and solo ring out with a slight feeling of impatience and unease in this energetic be-bop track. Electric piano, bass and light cymbal accompaniment provides the backing. A great feeling of movement if a little hesitant at times. Also available as a Loop. Jazz, blues,, Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Upbeat Jazz Waltz featuring Tenor Sax. The vibe has a straight ahead jazz feel and is a good fit for a lounge scene as well as for radio play. The tempo is fast at 165 bpm and keeps the piece flowing nicely. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
From the moment the alto and tenor saxophones hit the first notes of the melody, you know it's straight ahead swing jazz. Add the bass and rolling drums, and the combo sound is complete. It has a celebratory feeling to it, reminiscent of a 60's N. Y. nightclub, with the joy and experimental abandon. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
It is the 1940's -early 50's and jitterbug dancers crowd a ballroom floor or listen to the radio. It is war time --World War II or Korea. It's the time of Bob Hope and Bing Crosby, the Brooklyn Dodgers, New York's 52nd St (Swing Street) and chrome covered automobiles. The music is swinging big band. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Warm, friendly and cosy jazz, Electric jazz guitar, upright bass, with drums joining in and acoustic piano entering later, Lazy and friendly, mellow and easy going, Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
This track is reminiscent of John Coltrane's 1958 BlueTrain release. Like the original, this is a cool, laid back blues with a nostalgic vibe complete with solos by the tenor saxophone, trumpet, trombone and piano - great vibe and it swings hard. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
"Fanciful" features a lively piano trio backed by rhythm guitar. Our upbeat arrangement might be used to set the mood for a film/TV romance or romantic comedy production. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
A fast, hard swinging jazz/minor blues composition for guitar organ trio with high energy improvised solos from guitar and organ. In the style of Jack McDuff, George Benson & Lonnie Smith, this track is reminiscent of John Coltrane's "Mr. P. C.", Chick Corea's "Got a Match" & '60s jazz organ music. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
"Honeydew" is an upbeat, smooth jazz arrangement that features a baritone saxophone lead and choruses backed by an acoustic piano trio with jazz electric guitar. The song promotes a happy, joyful mood. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
This tune's upbeat mood suggests that the letter's recipient is likely to recover nicely from any potential disappointment. The arrangement features acoustic piano and baritone saxophone solos backed by acoustic bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Real saxophone and piano combine with drums in this crazy piece of sax playing. Would make a great underscore to a chase scene. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
This is a piece of nostalgia I loved the music of John Coltrane its was simple but like a voice from another world new and individualistic people don't realise that our DNA proves we are all individuals but he proved it. I believe they have made him a Saint my idea of heaven the loved gospel trane, Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Feng shui is the ancient Chinese practice of arrangement and placement of objects within space to promote harmony with the environment. The musical composition, "Feng Shui" features a harmonious blend of acoustic piano and bass solos that build upon progressions of fourths. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Bebop yesterday took Jazz to a new level driving no quarter given every soloist was a virtuoso but drink and drugs destroy this new music. My friend Ronnie Scott did all he could to promote this music and it brought a new Jazz Clubs into existence where musical individuality ruled this is original, Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Fast, very optimistic and vibrant track in bebop style. Excellent for any kind of funny situations, scenes of happiness and people playing, or smiling. 1950s sock hop, 60s beach party. Jazzy joyful optimistic & playful. Young couples dancing, boy meets girl, falling in love. Sweet carefree fun, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Here's a classic 2 horn frontline performing an original jazz/modal/ hard bop/post bop/ composition. Trumpet and Tenor sax lead. Catchy and swinging with a progressive, crisp jazz club feel /energy. Real Instruments. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
"Mulligan Stew" is a 1960s-style jazz arrangement that features an extended baritone saxophone solo rendered in the style associated with Gerry Mulligan's solo performances. The arrangement promotes an infectiously joyful, upbeat mood. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Upbeat, Jazzy, and Fun Jazz/Hard Bop/Beebop Song feat. male vocals and sax. Trying to relax in a quiet upscale bar but then a flash from the past walks through the door and convinces him its not rest he needs, its a good time, pulling him to the dance floor as the uppity jazz band starts playing, Male Vocals, Jazz, Bebop
Our up-tempo, hard bebop arrangement (4/4 time, quarter note = 220) features vibraphone and acoustic piano solos backed by acoustic bass and drums. Our arrangement provides background music for a chase scene in a dramatic film or television production. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Post modern bebop swing tune featuring flute, Upright bass, piano, and drums. Reminiscent of the music from the Miles Davis Quintet of the mid 1960's. Strong background track for any media project. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Beautiful Jazz multi brass instruments! Featuring Alto Saxophone and xylophone! Gorgeous Melody and Solos. Great for Romantic settings including Documentaries, Travel Shows and Film Background Music Romantic, groovy lounge jazz instrumental with any wedding/cocktail party. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
"Remembering 'Trane" is an homage to the late John Coltrane. The arrangement features an intricate series of chord changes reminiscent of ‘Trane's musical style. Head and solos are performed on baritone saxophone and backed by an acoustic piano trio. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
A breathy tenor sax ballad as romantic and full of heartache as you just might find today. Smokey late night jazz that keeps the candle burning low. What is revealed in it's flickering shadows? Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Filled with thick hand drum textures, this fast jast waltz darts out of the starting gate and does not end until the track is over. The head is played on piano, which goes into a blazing solo in the middle of the piece before returning back to the head. Great for themes that need to express hurry. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
A jazz bebop melody with a latin pop hip hop beat shows how happy and elated a person can be after a close call, featuring piano, acoustic guitar, synth bass, synths, drums and percussion, Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
60's Energetic cool Jazz track. Full of vitality and a slight edge of tension. Fast Cars, sunny days, sexy cruising music. Loosen up! Great for nightclub scenes, hanging out with friends at the local pub, chase scenes, anything calling for high energy. Richard Freitas, Instrumental, Action, Theme Power Play
Beboppy Jazz Music: Great as jolly background music or commercials and advertisements. Jazz club or blues lounge background music. Smooke room or Jazz era reflections. Jazz piano and electric piano with walking bass, karimba and jazz drums. Honly tonky jazz! Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
A snappy uptempo bebop blues with a unison tenor sax and trumpet lead. Jazz club atmosphere with a burning round of short solos. Jumping, jiving, hard-driving uptempo swing a la Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie and other blues icons. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
A bebop tune that moves and grooves. Tenor saxophone takes melody then piano improvise then both state melody. Good driving piece with nice shift in stride. TV, film, credits or trailer. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
High energy tour de force for classic jazz quintet. Memorable attention getting music for sophisticated youthful commercial or sophisticated urban night life scene for TV or movie. This music screams sophistication! excitement! and energy ! Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Classic bebop jazz in the Style of Dizzy Gillespie and Charlie Parker. Angular and Unusual. Perfect for offbeat ads, comedy, bar scenes, animation. Futuristic But Retro. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
A mixed meter modern jazz quintet composition with a lyrical melody, infectious vamps & high energy improvised solos from tenor sax & electric guitar. In the style of Miles Davis, Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock & others... Would be great for usage in a foreign film, travel or luxury car commercial. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Traditional jazz song written in the style of the small jazz combo groups of the 1950's. Imagine an old smokey night club in the inner city. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Classic mainstream jazz guitar with a cool and catchy melody. Jazz guitar in the vein of Jimmy Raney, Joe Pass, Wes Montgomery, Tal Farlow and early George Benson. Perfect theme-type material for TV and Radio productions. Excellent background music for voice-overs. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Uptempo traditional jazz selection featuring saxophone and vibraphone. Good where the traditional small group jazz sound would be appropriate. Night club jazz, big city jazz. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Jazz song featuring melody and solo by muted Trumpet and a solo on Piano. Sounds like Freddy Hubbard, Miles Davis, Chick Corea, Herbie Hancock. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
A jazz trio plays a sophisticated 50's style "Bird Blues" Played by a jazz trio featuring acoustic grand piano, upright bass and drums (brushes). Smooth and elegant bebop piano, leads to a chorus" trading fours" with drums. cooks while staying relaxed. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
A straight ahead up tempo mainstream bebop jazz Quintet original track featuring Harmon muted trumpet, tenor sax, piano, bass, and drums ala Miles Davis mid 1960’s projects, luxurious and sophisticated Useable background music with a wide range for all media projects. tv, radio, video, in store, Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
