Jazz artists and big bands dominated 1940s music, eventually giving way in popularity to rock 'n' roll. Big bands played swing music and featured a band leader along with 10 to 20 musicians. In the early to mid-'40s bebop was at the forefront of the jazz scene featuring complex harmony and chord changes along with the use of dissonance and syncopation. Cool jazz followed bebop in the later part of the decade. Boogie woogie blues and bebop gained popularity in the 1940s and were a big influence on rock 'n' roll music of the 1950s. 1940s music, particularly the mid-40s, can be characterized as "fun." Upbeat swing, bebop and pop music helped to counteract the stress of World War II.
Grab your Tuxedos! This elegant, feel good jazz track has all the sophistication of a penthouse cocktail party. Superb musicianship with the clarinet and trumpet. Richard Freitas, Instrumental, Jazz, Continental Jazz
If you hear this song at a baseball game, that means it's time for the 7th inning stretch. This version features a traditional ball park organ. The traditional American Pastime, played by everyone from unoffical groups to the Major Leagues, including playoffs and World Series. Instrumental, Sports, Stadium Organ Music
With a slow steady beginning, this barrelhouse styled tune will crescendo into a full blown burlesque-like ending with nothing more than just piano and drums. Old time Honky Tonk music for innocent family fare, or also great for 40s and 50s Burlesque, Vaudeville or tasteful striptease. Instrumental, Jazz, Cabaret
This version features a simple solo piano arrangement of this traditional 16th centurey English Christmas carol. The song is about the carolers who come around looking for treats like "figgy pudding." Merry Christmas! Happy New Year! Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
Upbeat jazzy rockabilly sytle original Christmas song about a cool Santa Claus. Features female vocal. Sounds like a ska band. Good track for Holiday advertising, TV, family, humor, comedy, and romance. Female Vocals, Christmas, Xmas Big Band
Black Tie events require a certain sophistication like sparkling things like diamonds. But there is an edge to this pseudo-Baroque piece that hints at an ulterior motive. What lies behind the external beauty? Featuring harpsichord, use for drama, mystery, or jewelry commercials. Refined Elegance. Instrumental, Classical, 21st Century
Everyone loves this famous holiday piece, also known as the "Ukrainian Carol" or "Ring, Christmas Bells," written by Mykola Leontovych in 1916. It's based on a folk song that's sung a capella on New Year's Eve. This simple, elegant version is performed on a grand piano. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
Original vintage World War 2 era vocal march celebrating fascism and national Italian pride. "Giovinezza!", tThe national anthem of Italian Fascism extols the Giovinezza, the youth of the Fascist party and its future. Male Vocals, European, Patriotic Songs
Starting as a quirky haunting theme with clarinet, piano and bassoon, this piece unfolds into a majestic, menacing and grandiose waltz. Perfect for cartoons, kids horror shows and anything circus or horror (light) themed. Instrumental, Horror, Haunted Carnival
Funny female pop song with cabaret jazzy piano. Mish sings to her new perfect boyfriend. She remembers how her previous boyfriends behaved badly. Like a vain model or wannabee rockstar: from a 'boofhead' sports geek to a shallow guy who inherited his money and drives a flashy red sports car. Female Vocals, Pop, Pop MusicCaution: Explicit Lyrics
Children's song, with female vocal in the style of Christina Aguilera's "Candy Man", about brushing your teeth. 1940's/1950's style jive/jitterbug. Female vocal by Alana Porter. Female Vocals, Childrens, Childrens English
Crazy Benny Hill style big band track with Sax lead. Comedy chase scene feel. Wholesome enjoyment and fun, with the racing melody, the twang of the banjo and the feel of crazy chaotic laughter! Mad Jazz & All That, by Anthony James. Instrumental
A rhythmic acoustic guitar and a melodica creates a tune steeped with a European flavor. Perfect for café scenes, this sparse instrumental provides a moody tone with an old world atmosphere. For those who like movies such as The Third Man, this song will deliver that sense of sweet melancholy. dated, Male Vocals, Dramatic, Sad Music
Smokin' hot Blues harmonica. Fun, toe-tapping, lovely and campy. Early music for when life in America was much simpler for many folks, particularly those who lived in rural settings. This folksy down-home track be looped for commercials, background, adverts. Uplifting, inspiring Americana music. Instrumental, Country, Country Traditional
Classy Vaudeville style swing jazz track. Short guitar intro welcomes live brass & horns in this fun, exciting piece. Welcome to the world of glamor and glitz, high society, elan, and attitude. Get your dancing shoes, top hat and cane out to join the soiree. Mad Jazz & All That, by Anthony James. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Big Band
Sensitive solo jazz piano to provide background for a fine dining, nightclub scene, or Muzak type elevator music for TV drama and film. Beautiful melody and emotional feel from a Steinway piano. Also great for PSA, documentaries, period pieces or any media use where a smooth jazz piano is desired. Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
This spirited traditional carol was made popular by new age neo-classical pianist George Winston. This festive peppy version features piano with glockenspiel chimes and is perfect for the project that needs something familiar but not "over done"! Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
Lionel Hampton ranks among the great names in jazz history, having worked with a who's who of jazz musicians, from Benny Goodman and Buddy Rich to Charlie Parker and Quincy Jones. His swing recording Flying Home was one of the best swing recordings ever and my composition his based on his style, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
A docile dixieland rendition of New Orleans favorite with stride piano and drums. Beautiful, filled with hope and praise. Lovely traditional rendition that makes this song glow with warmth and memories for a bygone era when life was simpler and friendlier. Great American music from 20s, 30s and 40s. Instrumental, Spiritual, Christian Hymns
Let this soulful recipe of haunting gospel moans and blues guitar phrases delicately seasoned with light percussion and a warm drone in the soulful key of B Flat lay the foundation for openings, transitions, underscoring narration and credits of your commercial, film, TV show or web presentation. Male Vocals, Blues, Delta Blues
Bopping on 52 street was a time we all call retro when many great artists played on 52 Street New York. In England many players played on the passenger boats so they could hear people like Dizzy and Charlie Parker plus many others when they docked in New York. This is it the real thing today. Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
Rolling, thunderous timpani gets this dramatic, dark, brooding, military music started. Builds to a powerful ending. Perfect for war documentaries, video games or any ominous production. Instrumental, Military, Intrigue Music
Patriotic, heroic, brave, grand and inspiring military music with classical russian spirit describes preparing/go to war situation. World War One/Civil War/Wartime Propaganda. Military band: brass, piatti, gran casa, snares, piccolo flute. Great for Historical Documentary Warlike Film Movie trailer, Instrumental, Military, Military March
Smooth and sophisticated Jazz for a night out on the town or an urban panorama. Romantic Drama, Romcom, bar club lounge, new romance. Easy, carefree, alluring, chic and chilled. Limo cruising, hot new car commercial, jazz club, wine bar, catwalk, high fashion. Youthful contemporary sweet fun. Instrumental, Jazz, Smooth Jazz
Michael Warner performs a hot, raw, acoustic jazz guitar melody that could be straight out of the 1940's. A scrubby acoustic rhythm with double bass and an intuitive, tight drummer make "Django-ish" a quirky, bright melody for an advertising theme, cooking program or even an outdoor show. Instrumental, Jazz, Gypsy Jazz
One of the most dynamic and exciting Christmas songs, this famous holiday piece, with a piano and sparkly glockenspiel in this version, is also known as the "Ukrainian Carol" or "Ring, Christmas Bells." Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
Louis Jordon was the most popular swing musician during the 1940/50 and was the most played on juke boxes his music was used on films including white films and the cartoons loved him His secret was Boogie not Boogie Woogie his Boogie became rock and people still love it Hollywood used this music, Instrumental, RnB, Groove
Ragtime song about getting ready for work or school. Light, lively fun piano solo with a bluesy flair. Authentic Americana Scott Joplin ragtime jazz to enhance TV, Film, historical documentary, 20s, 30s, 40s films. Stride, honky tonk, tickling the ivories. Happy, wholesome, family fun, after school. Instrumental, Jazz, Ragtime
40's/50's doo-wop ballad recorded in the style of the Ink Spots or The Mills Bros with authentic guitar, piano, double bass + drums backing. Ideal for any scene from that era involving juke box, radio, or live music environment. Also for sentimental romance scenes expressing devotion. Male Vocals, RnB, Doo-Wop
A piano and glockenspiel add a festive touch to this all-time favorite. The challenge of this song is remembering, in order, all of the 12 gifts "my true love gave to me." This song is cute and fun. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
similar to SCHINDLER'S LIST soundtrack, this piece depicts the Jewish life in the Ghetto. an emotional solo violin melody comes in and takes the melody to images of the awful ghettos and work camps during WWII. Great for documentaries about the Holocaust, Polish/Jewish struggle and Genocide. Instrumental, European, European
Very cinematic French accordion music, evocative of Paris and its cafes; The celesta and its bell sound, adds a touch magic to this beautiful cue full of romance. Instrumental, European, France
Radetzky Marsch -N28. Great silent film, 30s and 40s film footage, documentary of Europe in the World War II years, historic movies, military build-up, post-war period, also. Instrumental, European, European Vintage
Big Band 1940's 1950's swing style smooth pop jazz Guitar solo with Brass punch arrangements. Romantic wooing dedicated moving into the bridge reflective theme. Theme Song for nostalgic TV show or Broadway show, Good for student film history project or post WWII, Instrumental, Jazz, Dramatic Jazz
Saddle up to a barstool cowboy and drink your sorrows away with this authentic, mellow and soothing Dixieland track. Perfect for old-time saloon scenes, roaming the range, sitting around the campfire or any project looking for that Western vibe and feel. Instrumental, Jazz, Dixieland
A beautiful, poignant piece featuring piano and glockenspiel for a touch of Christmas sparkle. Also known as "The Prelude In C Major," lyrics and a melody were added by composer Charles Gounod in 1859. This piece is heard on the American Express TV commercial. Great for Easter, too. Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano, Johann Sebastian Bach
This was a favorite standard of jazz musicians in the 30's and 40's-and to this day with groups who still play tunes from that era. It was used for sing-alongs in those days before TV when people would gather around an upright piano in someone's living room and sing for entertainment in the evenings, Instrumental, Americana, Americana
Sophisticated High Society Cocktail Jazz. Quirky, Lighthearted & Joyful, the elegance of the track will take your production in to a class of it's own. Richard Freitas, Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
It's noir detective time: Bogart, Sam Spade, crime. This is the music behind the detective as he reflects to himself or carries out his investigation. It's the slinky, sexy female that gets under his cynical, seen-it-all exterior. It's bluesy, sad, reflective and dark. Miles type trumpet and strings, Instrumental, Dramatic, Sad Music
Moving grooving sweet and fun a la Stan Getz. Laidback mellow Jazz at its finest. Sweet romantic, fun night out, dancing, holding hands, making love, Something regarded as cool is an admired aesthetic of attitude, behavior, comportment, appearance and style. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
This is only the last verse of this popular carol. Featuring a solo grand piano and twinkling glockenspiel, the challenge of this song is remembering, in order, all of the 12 gifts "my true love gave to me." Cute and fun! Instrumental, Christmas, Christmas Piano
A jazz ballad version of Chopin's Nocturne in Eb major Op 9. No 2. Has the opulence and richness of a 1940s grand ballroom gathering. Or tender and romantic music played on a luxurious cruise, men in tuxes and women in ballgowns. Rich lifestyles, champagne, diamonds, Chanel, Lamberghinis. Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
Nazi anthem about German pride, March of Saxony NSDAP, Deutschland Erwache, SS Standarte 44, Sachsen march [the Nazi Party], Germany awake, Heil Hitler thee, We are the fighters of the NSDAP. Male Vocals, European, Patriotic Songs
Mid-tempo, Django Reinhardt style solo guitar piece, played on nylon strings. French sounding and evocative of driving through France, vinyards, olive groves, sunshine, picnics, road trips and good times. Great as gentle, sparse, background music with a steady beat. For commercials, shows and films. Instrumental, European, France
Sound alike Stephane Grappelli and Django Reinhardt swing, catchy melody, happy, dancing, exuberant, in style of 1920's & 1930's. Elegant, feel good swing/jazz track has all the sophistication of a penthouse cocktail party. Benny Goodman's style, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
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