Royalty-free French music can be used to convey the history and culture of France and French-influenced art, society, French cinema and the French way of life. This catalogue of French stock music of Paris and France is available to license and then download as WAV and MP3 files. Seamless music loops can be used in apps or games where you need a short piece of music to play in an endless loop, while the full tracks and alternate mixes can be used for other and general media productions such as TV, film, broadcast, YouTube videos, stage productions, podcasts and more.
An old, traditional French folk song, performed on two accordeons for a suitably French sound. Moderately fast waltz. [Tempo: Medium / 93 BPM]
A classic Tango melody, performed on accordeon with light acoustic backing band. Traditional accordeon music, with a flavor of Europe, France / Paris. Could also be Italy / general European. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 130 BPM]
A traditional French accordeon waltz. Swaying, heartening and warm. Goes well with anything quintessentially France, Paris etc., whether historical or contemporary. [Tempo: Medium / 181 BPM]
Bittersweet pop/rock/country mid tempo ballad. Instrumentation gradually builds throughout, starting with acoustic guitar and piano then bass and electric guitar join before drums kick in. Great for romantic dramas or comedies, break-ups, farewells or any good thing that is coming to an end. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 105 BPM]
A soundtrack to accompany the sights, sounds, culture and cuisine of France. Features accordion, acoustic guitar, viola and upright bass. Great for travel, cooking, tourism, corporate, commercials or any french themed project. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 64 BPM]
A bright, sun-filled instrumental track with a travel feel. Without referring to any particular region or country, this piece of feelgood music would be well suited to any travel program, holiday site, etc. [Tempo: Medium / 112 BPM]
Sophisticated yet bit ironic pop track, that is nostalgic and romantic. European / French or Italian feel. Accordion and rhythm group featured. Like a little fling while on holydays that is well in the past but still so pleasantly memorable. A bit cheeky. Slight Ska feel. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 134 BPM]
Starting with a short, slow, sad and romantic melody before letting loose into a fast paced traditional gypsy jazz that swings from head to toe. While remaining with the melancholy melody the piece is still fun and bouncy, perfect for comedies, commercials, 1920s-40s retro and european travel. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 128 BPM]
Part film noir score, part Jazz waltz and part Downtempo Lounge music, this can only be described as depressingly beautiful. It's walking the rainy streets of Paris with nowhere to be, a melancholy romance or perhaps the death of a cabaret star. [Tempo: Slow / 75 BPM]
A mournful and solemn, but also hopeful and inspirational dramatic underscore track. Starts with cello and gradually builds with acoustic guitar strumming and drums. Sad, but comforting and soothing. Dreamy, inspirational, aspirational. Good for commercials, drama/film and more. ('Pleureuse' is French and translates to 'mourner'). [Tempo: Slow / 78 BPM]
A joyous, upbeat trance tune. Warm, happy and uplifting this song will make you feel good and brighten up your day. An energetic song that will work well in many themes such as exercise, party, fun, youth, clubs, sunsets, beaches, sports, watersports, and more. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Vintage French pop music, reminiscent of the classic "Je t'aime... moi non plus" hit by Serge Gainsbourg and Jane Birkin. French phrases over a retro rock band and organ. [Tempo: Slow / 100 BPM]
A soft and delightful jazz piano ballad. A combination of French chanson and 1930's stride style jazz ballad. This piece just makes you want to smile. Easy Jazz / Happy / Restaurant Music. [Tempo: Slow / 78 BPM]
A lovely and delightful light jazz / folk-inspired track with a French and Latino feel. Elegant, sophisticated, with a very slight bossa nova hint. Latin style acoustic guitar combines with a French accordion and a smooth jazz piano. (Stem file available.) [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
A dramatic track with a European / French / Italian / Sicilian feel. A stabbing, aggressive rhythm and dark brass sweeps, combined with violin and accordeon gives this track a historical feel that makes it good for history / period drama. Threatening and uneasy. Conflict / provocation. [Tempo: Medium / 77 BPM]
A French or European style accordeon waltz with a slightly hellish feel, this track will go well with anything France, Gypsy, or traditional Europe. It has a subtle undertone of humor, with a tuba solo some way in. Will work for travel and culture, as well as for comedy and productions needing a unique touch. [Tempo: Medium / 197 BPM]
A slowly rising, almost menacing, 80’s style arpeggiated synth line builds into a grinding wha wha guitar & drum groove with a very ethereal feel. Reminiscent of the soundtrack to movies like “Drive” and artists like Kavinsky, Daft Punk , Air and Digitalism. Great for use with suspenseful or tense scenes that need some “cool” or any type of futuristic advertising or corporate presentations. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 86 BPM]
J'ai vu le loup ("I saw the wolf") is a French folk song, and also a comptine or children's song. The song is thought to have medieval origins. Our arrangement has a traditional French sound with accordeons and medieval sounding flutes and drums. [Tempo: Medium / 85 BPM]
Semi-orchestral track with accordeon melody. European, Balkan or Gypsy feel. Mid- to up-tempo, waltz rhythm. Good for drama, travel and adventure, exploration, holiday, film score and more. Can also be a jewish / Israel track. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 140 BPM]
A Hot Club of France style jazzy piece where the first 30 seconds are in jazzy ballad style, and then the tempo picks up with acoustic riffing on the 8ths. Charming, warm and irresistible. The underscore and the shorter versions omit the ballad opening and go straight to the main part. [Tempo: Medium / 99 BPM]
A funny and a little bit crazy version of the traditional French children's melody, Alouette. Fun French style, with vocal singing, scatting, humming, whistling and funny sounds. [Tempo: Medium / 112 BPM]
Mid-tempo Tango featuring accordeon, piano, bass, pizzicato string section and subtle drums. Tango dancing, retro show, freakshow, novelty. Also circus, musical caravan, fairground and merry-go-round etc. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 84 BPM]
Delightfully dark, exotic, sexy and retro 60's inspired cinematic Bossa Nova. Features flute, guitar, orchestral strings and horns, bass and drums. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 120 BPM]
Mid-tempo, joyful, slightly jazzy waltz, featuring accordeon, acoustic guitar and saxophone. The accordeon gives the track a European feel. Feelgood, mellow but joyful. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 61 BPM]
Irresistably bitter-sweet, warm, inviting and sensual with a dark undertow. French inspired. [Tempo: Slow / 110 BPM]
A subtle bell and percussion rhythm, with emotional and sorrowful violin lead. European, Eastern European, Balkan or Gypsy feel. Melodic and cinematic, moderately dramatic, genuine cultural / historical European or Balkan music. Can also be Jewish / Israeli / Hebrew. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 53 BPM]
Modern Jazz with a classical influence giving it a romantic, European feel. A nice variety of dynamics and emotions from melancholy to aggression. Features piano, soprano sax, upright bass and drums. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 130 BPM]
Happy, uptempo "Hot Club of France" type jazz music, performed on acoustic guitars. ("Boulangerie" is French and means Bakery). [Tempo: Fast / 125 BPM]
Sultry club track with accordion, funky guitar, dreamy electric piano and a smooth House beat. Great for fashion and luxury branding aimed at a young and sophisticated audience. [Tempo: Medium / 123 BPM]
A French inspired blend of accordion, tuba, drums, xylophone and stand up bass create the image of a day in Paris, cartoon characters like Pepe La Pew and movies like Ratatouille. Ideal for happy, playful, goofy video games and TV cues. [Tempo: Medium / 117 BPM]
An traditional French folk song, performed on two accordeons for a suitably French sound. Tango Feel. Simple but effective - captures the spirit of France. Also nice for comedy, funny video, candid camera and more. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Old-time jazz / retro jazz music with influences from the Prohibition era USA, 1920's - 1940's and with an easy-going, romantic feel. Hot Club of France style guitar strumming, drums, piano, with trumpet lead. Also available in an underscore version. Authentic jazz music of the first half of the 20th century. [Tempo: Slow / 95 BPM]
After World War II, Paris is a jazz town, with U.S. influences but also with something French. This wonderful original composition captures the chic, style and fashion of post-war Paris. Available in a Vocal version and an Instrumental version, this has a wonderfully retro feel, but with a fresh, modern sound too. Great for historical and fun productions. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 140 BPM]
Uptempo Gypsy Jazz Waltz with Acoustic Guitars, Clarinet, Bass and Drums. Energetic and romantic perfect for any project in need of a retro european sound, classy, sassy, bouncy and swinging. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 100 BPM]
A contemporary French inspired dance track blending traditional Gypsy Jazz style rhythm guitar and accordion with a modern House beat and synths. A fun, upbeat track great for commercials, comedies, corporate or any project looking for a european party vibe. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
Uptempo and bright, short Tango track featuring accordeon, violin and band. Great for exotic travel, culture, dancing, and for commercials & advertisements. A feel of France, Italy, Spain or other European country. [Tempo: Medium / 119 BPM]
A delightful, easy, casual, light and joyful track with a slightly European, perhaps French or Italian feel. Great for culture, history, cooking, travel / vlog and exploration, holidays and fun. Light jazz ensemble. [Tempo: Medium / 142 BPM]
Traditional style Waltz with acoustic guitars, accordeon and band. Main lead melody played on oboe, giving a the track a dreamy, romantic feel. Old Europe, culture, distinguished and classy. Cultural, historical, great for a period drama or film/TV series set earlier in the 20th century, say, 1920-1960. Ballroom dancing, travel, culture, history. [Tempo: Medium / 80 BPM]
A Russian influenced track great for comedies, dramas, travel, commercials or any project in need of a Russian folk soundtrack. Features Three Balalaika's and Accordion. Can also be Italian, French, Jewish. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 55 BPM]
A fun, cheeky and upbeat royalty-free Polka music track with a traditional European folk sound of accordeons, piano and violin, with upright bass. With a sound of France, Paris, French music, but also with some Italian music / sound of Italy or Sicily influences, this track can work great for travel and cultural content. Anything to do with European culture and history, travels to Paris, France, to Italy, to Poland, or indeed to any European or Eastern European destination. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
An upbeat and fun hot club of France, gypsy jazz acoustic guitar jazz tune, featuring two acoustic guitars with bass and subtle drums. Uplifting, feel-good and fun; inspired by the guitar-based jazz music of the 1930's and 1940's. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 100 BPM]
Peaceful piano dreaming melody in 6/8. Emotional, reflective. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 110 BPM]
A romantic and graceful little solo piano track. Sweet and quaint, perhaps about an unlikely friendship or memories of a love affair. At the 1-minute mark the track features some passages with a slight French or Parisian feel, but the track is in no way limited to that. It might just as well be set in New York City or anywhere else for that matter. Performed live on an old piano. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 55 BPM]
A cheeky and charming little French number. Available in a vocal version (retro French chic style, male/female duet) and an instrumental version, this light hearted waltz has a quintessentially French style and sound. [Tempo: Medium / 180 BPM]
A bright, upbeat and fun version of the French traditional melody, Chevaliers de la Table Ronde. Happy and excited, French sound with Accordeons etc. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
With a strong French flavor, this track encompasses everything that is chic and sexy. Sultry French vocal and a chilled-out, retro / timeless French Pop sound. Very happening. Available as a Vocal version and an Instrumental version. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 95 BPM]
Melancholic and tender, with acoustic guitar and mellotron. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 85 BPM]
A fun, new arrangement of the traditional French melody, Alouette. Bright and cheeky, with French instrumentation. A goofy whistling melody enters at about 1:25 in. [Tempo: Medium / 112 BPM]
Shady funky Jazz with a 70s soundtrack feel. Laidback funk groove with jazzy guitar, percussion, piano, upright bass and orchestral string builds creating a slight feeling of tension. Great for tough, cool characters, undercover cops, spies, blaxploitation and urban settings. [Tempo: Slow / 110 BPM]
A French or European style accordeon waltz with a slightly hellish feel, this track will go well with anything France, traditional Europe, Eastern Europe / European backcountry. It has a subtle undertone of humor, and will work for travel, culture, historical, as well as for dark humor. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 130 BPM]
