European Traditions -

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This eclectic compilation of royalty free music inspired by great Italian music and French music can be used as background music for multi-media projects, including films, television programs and commercials. The background music will add European flair to all types of professional endeavors. Familiar tunes from Italy and France played by a full range of orchestral instruments including woodwinds, brass, strings, mandolin, accordion, guitar, percussion and others help communicate the time-honored traditions of Europe. This classic music captures a sense of foreign fun and adventure. With full-length versions of each theme accompanied by shorter segments available, anyone can create a consistent motif for productions of all types.

This album of background music is part of the World Music series of royalty free music and adds French music and Italian music to the unique world tour. Those that enjoy the ambience of a street café or the romance of a ride down an Old World canal will find sounds to suit their specific tastes. These very specialized tracks have been designed for the creative world by artists and musicians that have studied aspects of European and world music and are familiar with common themes that evoke a precise sense of time and place. Still, each track of royalty free music is a completely original interpretation of memorable themes.

The background music in this European collection reflects the musical traditions of two countries - France and Italy. Instruments unique to that type of music - mandolin and accordion - blend with the notable style of this type of background music marked by lush orchestrations with large, sweeping orchestras contrasted against solo passages played by lonely instruments. The French and Italian music in this album is both familiar and original and can lend a definitive touch to any production.

There are four different tracks of Italian music on this album, each with three additional, shorter theme variations to help professionals large royalty free music libraries that are relative. "Tarantella" offers an up-tempo melody will be immediately recognizable, played by clarinet and mandolin and accompanied by playful percussion and strings. The full-length rendition of this music is perfect for evoking the vibrant spirit of Italy and can be combined with shortened versions of the theme to create a coherent soundtrack.

Three dramatic pieces of background music present the dreamy side of Italian music. The full-length version and three shorter segments from "O Solo Mio" are familiar mid-tempo lyrical pieces of Italian music that feature vivid strings, clarinet and flute sharing the melodies accompanied by a lighthearted accordion that is perfect for capturing playful moments between lovers. "Nessun Dorma" is a modernized, dramatic version of an Italian music aria from Puccini's famous opera "Turandot." This version of the popular classical music piece is characterized by an accordion playing the lilting and romantic melody joined by full symphony orchestra that includes strings, woodwinds, brass and riveting percussion. Another popular piece of Italian music, "Santa Lucia" is played here by mandolin, accordion, clarinet and gentle plunking harp and strings. Short and longer royalty free music clips make this romantic collection of themes ideal for any type of application.

Six different French music themes celebrate the distinctive sounds of Paris and the French countryside. The spirit of a great city party is captured by "Champagne Bubbles." This piece of strolling French music offers an accordion melody accompanied by strings and various percussion instruments. This background music is perfect when paired with city travelling montages or scenes full of motion in film and television. "Cha Cha to Cherbourg" takes the party to the 1950's and 1960's. Mandolin and guitar take the lead in this playful piece of French music that borrows melodies and harmonies reminiscent of beloved films from the mid-20th Century, such as "The Umbrellas of Cherbourg" and others. Strings and other instruments join in to weave a montage of background music fit for very retro films and productions.

Two tracks of background music on the "European Traditions" anthology revamp traditional children's music. "Au Clair De Lune" is a piece of favorite classical music made popular by Claude Debussy and presents a dramatic melody that will be well-suited to children's films and programs. The dynamic swells are played expertly in this unique rendition of the well-renowned piece of French music. An interpretation of "Frere Jacques" is presented here by a variety of instruments that create a fully-orchestrated version that will work well in productions for audiences of all ages. Clarinet, flute, strings and harp share melodies and harmonies in four variations of the theme that are of different lengths and can be combined or used separately to fill out any soundtrack.

Two pieces of original yet very traditionally-inspired royalty free music will bring the French flavor to any project. "French Accordion" is a solo accordion piece of background music that echoes the conventions of great, romantic French music with a very poetic melody. This simple piece of royalty free music works well as an understated part of virtually any European-inspired work. "Sur Le Pont D Avignon" is delightfully traditional and nostalgic. This gentle, up-tempo piece of French music is played by elements of the symphony orchestra and features an accordion. The dancing piece of background music and its shorter version companions can be used as an illustrative addition to any film or television soundtrack looking to add old-fashioned charm.

Those looking for truly distinctive Italian music and French music will find their needs met with this very comprehensive selection of European themes designed for professionals on a budget that can't afford to skimp on musical quality. This royalty free music is an affordable option for film and television professionals looking to add European music tracks to their production music libraries.

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