An upbeat folk song that has an edginess to it. A very catchy chorus with multi-layered male and female vocals. A driving rhythm culminating in a dynamic build up and explosion in the last chorus. Instruments include mandolin, trombone, drums, bass, violin, piano. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
A tense, pensive underscore for a dramatic scene with an Italian or Sicilian slant. Perhaps New York Mafia, historical drama, or a chase / battle / conflict scene set against a backdrop of Italy / Sicily or Eastern Europe / Traditional Europe. Mandolin and violin with battle percussion, orchestral strings and brass stabs. [Tempo: Slow, Medium, Fast / 75 BPM]
Slow to mid-tempo American country rock featuring Dobro, mandolin, banjo, pedal steel guitar, bass and drums. Melodic and swinging, this is a wonderfully genuine, authentic country track with elements of folk, bluegrass and Americana. [Tempo: Medium / 87 BPM]
A cheerful country bluegrass track played on banjo, mandolin, pedal steel guitar over acoustic guitars and bass. American heartland, nature, hiking, fishing, outdoor hobby and pleasure, etc. [Tempo: Medium / 94 BPM]
Old time American waltz, with dobro, pedal steel guitar, banjo and mandolin. Country & western, bluesy, folky. Homely and wholesome, midwestern America. Also available as an Underscore version, without the lead instruments. [Tempo: Medium / 130 BPM]
Full of 'Joie de vivre' this accordion and mandolin led piece is a bright, filmic, retro sounding waltzer conjuring up visions of traditional European city streets, mountains, lakes, fairgrounds, carousels, flowers and festivals. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 62 BPM]
Amusing and a little mischievous track that has hints of Thomas Newman a la American Beauty. The track contains an unusual combination of instruments such as marimbas, mandolin, harp, strings which all play with a staccato rhythm to create a boyish theme for a high school teacher who falls for a school pupil. [Tempo: Slow, Fast / 55 BPM]
Italian / Sicilian style with mandolin, backed by a latin style acoustic guitar comp. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
An uplifting and inspirational, semi-orchestral, cinematic track. The music grows and develops, reaching higher and ends up soaring high in a positive, inspiring mood. Endearing / Timeless / Joyful / Positive / Inspired. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 82 BPM]
A mandolin and strings powered look into a dark and dirty world. The space created by the atmospheric music is reminiscent of films like Babel and Syriana. Tortured flute amplifies the tension; whatever is about to happen can't be good! [Tempo: Slow / 135 BPM]
An up-tempo Old English Folk Song. Banjo, concertina, mandolin alongside male and female harmonies make this song stream merrily along. Also available as an instrumental version. [Tempo: Fast / 120 BPM]
An upbeat folk song that deals with the issue of ‘missing a loved one’. A very catchy chorus with multi-layered male and female vocals. A driving rhythm culminating in a dynamic build up and explosion in the last chorus. Instruments include mandolin, trombone, drums, bass, violin, piano. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
Irish Folk style with Banjo, Mandolin, Fiddles, Guitar and Bodhran. Authentic Irish / Celtic traditional music. Happy, bouncy and lively. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
Irish folk tune in 9/8 time. Banjo, Mandolin, Fiddles, Guitar, Irish Flute and Bodhran. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 125 BPM]
A fragile and touching European / Italian / Sicilian track featuring mandolin, violin, harp and strings. Subtle drums join later. A sense of turmoil and perhaps pain, a fragile beauty. Good for historical dramas and more. [Tempo: Slow / 98 BPM]
A fragile and introspective, melancholic and longing acoustic track with a sense of old Europe / Italy / France / Sicily or other traditional European culture. Sparse sound with acoustic guitar, violin, mandolin and solemn trumpet, backed by sparse jazz drums and upright bass. A feeling of loss or hopelessness. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 60 BPM]
A delicate, fragile and romantic piece with a traditional European feel. Solo violin and accordeon backed by mandolin, string section and acoustic guitar. Lyrical and elegant, with a sense of dignity and melancholy. Can be France, Italy, Sicily or more Eastern Europe. Good for historical productions, travel and exploration, period drama and more. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 60 BPM]
A staccato and ominous / uneasy track with a traditional European flavor provided by Violin, Accordion and Mandolin, combined with pounding drums and orchestra. Could be Italy / Italian / Sicilian or other European country, possibly Mafia related or a track to accompany conflict, battle, shootout, chase or some urgent situation. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 115 BPM]
A joyful rendition of this Italian classic! Mandolin and accordion accompanied by drums and piano. [Tempo: Fast / 129 BPM]
A folky and down to earth, acoustic track featuring acoustic guitars, sitar, banjo and mandolin. Organic, earthly, light and joyful. Great for outdoors, fishing, hiking, nature and camping, travel and adventure. [Tempo: Medium / 98 BPM]
Happy, organic and earthy, Irish / Celtic folk dance. Acoustic guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, Bodhran and bass. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 97 BPM]
An out and out Indian dance and fun music. Bollywood fun, dance, light, celebration, happiness, victory, success, grand, good beats, energetic. Features dhol, dholak, tabla, dimbdi, shehnai, tumbi, mandolin, drums, chorus. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
The track starts with solo female vocalizations lamenting over classical acoustic guitars and mandolins, and builds up to a pompous choir and orchestra solemn procession. Good for a huge funeral scene, with lots of people crowding up the streets to give a last goodbye to an idol, politician, etc. [Tempo: Very slow / 55 BPM]
Indian Bhangra style dance piece with minimal vocals. Energetic tabla carries the through whimsical solos from a variety of indian instruments. Positive, upbeat, and joyous. [Tempo: Medium / 94 BPM]
Folk / Acoustic / Motivational. A mix of traditional folk and contemporary instruments gives the piece a natural, yet fresh feel. Acoustic Guitar, Mandolin, Banjo, Dobro, Upright bass, Shaker. Homely, happy, light hearted. [Tempo: Medium / 94 BPM]
Quirky / Happy / Acoustic Folk-Pop / Country. This up-beat, quirky and folky, acoustic pop track is sure to put a smile on anyones face. The subtle additions of banjo and mandolin bring a cheeky element to the track. [Tempo: Fast / 138 BPM]
Joyful and exciting music piece featuring mandolin, glockenspiel, acoustic guitars, bass guitar, percussion and drums. Positive and fun composition, great as music for commercials and presentations. [Tempo: Fast / 115 BPM]
A slowly building suspense music track featuring cinematic mood of orchestra, ambience and mandolins, all of which give this track unique sonic touch and a chilling, moving feel. [Tempo: Medium / 90 BPM]
Sounding like an Eastern European ensemble of players, this cheeky and off beat theme would not be out of place alongside the deadpan humour of a Wes Anderson movie. Intended to portray a distorted or deluded vision of the human condition in the build up to a punchline. Instruments include piano, organ, mandolin, trombone and a variety of amusing percussion. [Tempo: Medium / 125 BPM]
A quick tempo and driving rhythm run throughout this song. Its lyrical content deals with the issue of ‘what could have been’. Very catchy acoustic guitar hooks brighten the chorus. Also available as an instrumental version. [Tempo: Fast / 0 BPM]
A dark, doom laden, aggressive and gritty, semi-electronic / semi-orchestral music track. The first and last thirds are relentless and violent with an industrial, edgy, futuristic sound. The middle third has a more ethnic / world feel. Future / Action / Dystopian Music. [Tempo: Fast / 120 BPM]
Happy and exciting Country music track featuring Acoustic guitar, Banjo, Mandolin, Bass and Drums. [Tempo: Fast / 126 BPM]
An upbeat, romantic, waltz featuring electric guitar and accordion. Picture picnics in Tuscany, outdoor cafes, a glass of Chianti, touring Rome or driving through the Italian countryside. It's all here in this joyful piece of music. [Tempo: Medium / 165 BPM]
Fun, upbeat Gypsy Jazz meets Russian folk. Balalaika and Clarinet backed by acoustic guitars, upright bass and drums perfect for travel and cultural documentaries, comedy soundtracks, celebrations, weddings and Tetris style video game music. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 250 BPM]
Chilled, funky, old school Hip Hop groove with Russian balalaika, electric piano, synth bass and strings. Great for urban and exotic themed projects. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 90 BPM]
Beautiful Folk instrumental that is short and bright. [Tempo: Medium / 90 BPM]
Beautiful Folk instrumental that is short and bright. [Tempo: Medium / 90 BPM]
Joyful, light, acoustica with a slightly ethnic or world feel. Also inspired by Americana and acoustic world music. Guitars, banjo, mandolin. Like all music by Gayle Ellett & Todd Montgomery, this track is played entirely by hand, on hand crafted instruments made of wood. [Tempo: Medium / 111 BPM]
Upbeat, driving and happy country-rock with a folky side. Lots of mandolin, pedal steel guitar, with a banjo solo to boot. Folksy and fun. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 146 BPM]
A quirky mix of instruments such as the accordion, piano, mandolin, harp and percussion. Its tone makes it ideally suited to modern adverts and promo videos. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 95 BPM]
Beautiful, haunting melodies, with a traditional Greek or Eastern European feel. Drifting like a distant memory of life long ago, and love lost. Also highly suitable for nature and the outdoors. Played on bouzouki, acoustic guitar, slide guitar, and Rhodes piano. [Tempo: Very slow, Slow / 0 BPM]
A fun comedy cue with a lot of character underscoring any of the daily idiocies we all face every day. Great for introducing new scenes and locations that need a silly and "not-so-serious" character. Piano, pizzicato strings, dobro, mandolin, and percussion. [Tempo: Medium / 90 BPM]
Lighthearted and positive acoustic tune. Strong country accent, with a lot of acoustic guitars. Beautiful melody, inspiring mood. [Tempo: Medium / 112 BPM]
Laidback and feelgood, light country rock. Dobro over pedal steel, mandolin, guitars, bass and drum. Slightly playful and light hearted, easy-going and lazy. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 123 BPM]
This charming, festive royalty-free music track has the sentiment of the old American South-West meets Northern Mexico. It’s light and rhythmic arrangement features steel and nylon string acoustic guitars backed up with drums, percussion, bass, mandolin and piano. This would be a great sonic complement to period pieces, documentaries, comedies and as a show theme. Festive / Mexico / Old South West / Charming. [Tempo: Medium / 138 BPM]
A fun and jovial, friendly and homey, country & bluegrass version of this classic Christmas traditional, We Wish You a Merry Christmas. The first 50 seconds or so are in a slow-ish waltz rhythm, and then the tempo picks up and the track gets more upbeat and festive. Acoustic guitars, banjo, mandolin and dobro / resonator guitar. (Stem files available). [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 95 BPM]
Folk song with a sound and feel of the Middle Ages or Medieval times. Folk music perhaps with an Irish, Celtic or English twist. Lute, Hurdy-Gurdy and hand percussion. Historical / Adventure / Documentary / History / Storytelling. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 130 BPM]
Driving percussion and ancient Greek strings combine into a pulsing, fast-paced dance or action sequence. Minor modal scales allude to something dark or ominous. (Stem files available.) [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 126 BPM]
A jolly, fun and driving Irish hornpipe set. Bodhran, fiddle, mandolin and guitar perform together on Byrne's (a hornpipe), which then leads into Liverpool Hornpipe at 1:29, with the flute joining in also. This track has two titles because this is traditionally how many Irish pub tunes are performed, as a double set of short tunes, the first leading directly into the second. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 89 BPM]
A light, mysterious tango track featuring piano, Latin percussion, and guitar. Great for romantic or sensual dance scenes set in South America. [Tempo: Medium / 102 BPM]