For 30 years, Wisconsin musician, composer, and producer John Altenburgh has been creating memorable songs in the Jazz, Blues, RnB, Classical, and Rock genres. Three of his albums have charted on the Billboard Jazz charts, and he's been featured on NBC’s Poker After Dark, Comedy Central, National Public Radio’s All Things Considered, and many more. Playing frequently live and on national syndicated Blues programs, John has been heard on Blues Deluxe, At The Crossroads, and Dan Aykroyd’s House of Blues. He has also produced albums for numerous Jazz artists, including Mike Metheny.
John Altenburgh is also leader of the band Johnny & The MoTones, and three of their albums have appeared high on Billboard's Blues charts. During 2011, their recent album, Nothin’ To Lose, has been featured on several syndicated Blues shows. John's commercial clients include Ski Doo Snowmobiles, US Cellular and JI Case.
John runs his own record label, Altenburgh Records, and has written and performed the theme song for Wisconsin Public Radio’s Route 51. Over his illustrious career, John has recorded and produced many albums, including 9 with the John Altenburgh Ensemble, and three with Johnny & The MoTones. His most recent release charted for several weeks on the World Blues Chart in 2011. In addition to producing albums for Mike Metheny, John's production talents can also be heard on albums by Rebecca Paris, Melvin Rhyne, John Greiner, and numerous others.
Altenburgh is also a music historian and has on loan, antique recording devices to the legendary Sun Studio museum as well as their recording studio. In addition, he has archived and produced recordings of the history of Wisconsin Rock Music and has been head of collections for museum exhibits
Upbeat instrumental contemporary jazz piece. Strong beat and powerful saxophone. The song is in 3 parts, basic melody with a hook line intro followed by a slower bridge, followed by a very aggressive solo section. Would be a good choice for anything from a stroll down the sidewalk to a chase scene, Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Fusion
A heartfelt contemporary jazz ballad that stirs emotion and sets a reflective mood for anywhere from lost love, to remembering your childhood or an old friend. The muted trumpet, along with the distinctive drum groove, gives it a contemporary urban feel. Beautiful melody. Instrumental, Jazz, Nu Jazz
Medium tempo Urban Jazz. Muted trumpet and hip hop beat gives this song a big city feel. Walking down the Avenue, sulty, romantic. Excellent Theme song music. Rainy nights, warm Summer air, city lights. Instrumental, Jazz, Nu Jazz
A contemporary jazz song that switches from melancholy to uptempo, dramatic and aggressive rhythms with plenty of burning solos. A slower bridge that creates tension to a driving solo section. Instrumental, Jazz, Nu Jazz
Uptempo jazzy/blues instrumental. Bright, bouncy, with a driving beat. Perfect for creating an image of determination and hope. Saxophone driven with a gritty guitar section in the middle. Confidence, determination and moving forward. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Rock
Medium tempo instrumental funky jazz song. The song is segmented into two parts. The "A" section identified by the funky wah wah pedal of the guitar followed by a more straight back beat rock feel. Solos by guitar, organ and muted trumpet. Instrumental, Jazz, Nu Jazz
Medium tempo instrumental jazz tune with a rock beat. The song features bright saxophone to set an up-lifting mood. The bridge provides a slower feel and creates tension to the solo sections which kicks into a feverish full production of instruments. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Rock
A light contemporary jazz song with a latin beat. Hope, good will, sentimental, love and comfort are just some of the emotions produced. Middle solo piano section does create a little tension but quickly comes back to the care-free feel to the song. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
A heartfelt song about an inspirational person (male or female) growing old. Sung in the first person, the singer asks the question "Can you do it again" wishing the person could turn back time and give us hope again, one more round of greatness. parents, grandparents, teachers, sports heroes etc. Male Vocals, Pop, Pop Ballad
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
Whimsical up-tempo jazz waltz. Creates a sense of hope, happiness, contentment and satisfaction. Saxophone and piano solos are bright and clear. Would be good displaying family and home themes. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Waltz
A gritty Organ and drums duet. A classic 1940s, 50s & 60s sound. Right out of the Mel Rhyne (Wes Montgomery Trio) organ sound bag. Mel actually set the stops of the organ up for me before I recorded it. Although my playing would never be confused with the legendary jazz organist, the tone is classic, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
A Pop ballad similar to "Lately Days." A sleepy, heartfelt, emotional song about life's struggles and the hope of singing a simple song..."I won't have it that way." Sentimental, questioning life, nostalgic, sweet and moody. Uplifting hopeful and elegant. Loving caring and stirring entertainment, Male Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
A jazz ballad about lost love in the City of Chicago. Remembering the last time the singer was in that city and the heartbreak that ensued. Very emotional with piano, orchestra and percussion. Male Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
Jazzy latin rock song. Featuring the tenor saxophone. This medium tempo is bright and energetic. The mood set is one of determination and moving forward. The second section of the song is a little darker but quickly comes back to opening them. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
One of two versions of this song (Orange Face.) This song is basically in two parts, the first a slower more reflective feel. It transitions to a more uptempo rockish feel. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
Up-Tempo jazz tune with a rock beat. Strong solos by guitar, piano and saxophone. Hard driving, strong and forceful. Complete with full horn section. Would be good for sports, dramatic and powerful. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Rock
Up-Tempo contemporary jazz with saxophone and synthesizer solos. Kind of space age sounding. A slower short bridge serves to rev up remainder of the song. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Fusion
An medium uptempo jazz latin instrumental. Uplifting and energetic. The Middle section brings the feel to a more reflective, dark type of listening atmosphere. It comes back to the general theme with plenty of solos and instrumentation's along the way. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
Medium slow Latin jazz instrumental song featuring classical guitar, soprano saxophone, upright bass and percussion. Strolling through an inner city, late night at the beach. A little bit darker in flavor with it's minor chords and lazy tempo. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
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
This song has numerous sections. The first, a melodic, slow vocal interlude transforming into a jazz combo with vocals. The middle sections feature a vocal chorus then to a big band instrumental. A swinging tune about sailors going to sea... one evening long ago. Wrote this song from a wartime photo, Male Vocals, Jazz, Swing Big Band
Jazz in 6/8 time featuring the sounds of the Electronic Wind Instrument EWI. A somewhat haunting, irregular sound that creates a special mood of intensity. Also features a piano solo and a "trading of fours" between the EWI, drums and eventually the bass and piano. Instrumental, Jazz, Nu Jazz
Medium tempo jazz with swing beat. Saxophone quartet with upright bass, piano and drums. Some scat type singing following melody for a little different flavor. A feel good, light-hearted piece. Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
A medium slow rock song with esoteric lyrics off the beaten path about a lonely person who wants to know, "Why didn't anyone ever tell me." A song of dispair, loneliness, a comentary of what the singer has witnessed in his life. Plenty of symbolism and double meanings. Male Vocals, Jazz, Jazz Rock
Uptempo jazz waltz. Bright, sophisticated track with horn section, saxophone, vibraphone and piano backed by drums, upright bass. A contemporary jazz feel. Solos by organ, saxophone and bass. A lively song suited for hope, high spirits, traveling, exploring. A feel good song with big finish. Instrumental, Jazz, Nu Jazz
Up tempo jazz vocal with horns and vocal ensemble. See My Breath is a song about being so cold..."I can see my breath!" Great for any kind of Winter scene where snow and cold are dominant. Plenty of instrumental solos in the middle for musical interludes and segways. Male Vocals, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
A melancholy, traditional jazz piece. It features a happy-go-lucky feel with saxophone, piano, bass and drums. Lush urban vibe, late night club scene, new romance. Elegant chic 1960s 1970s entertainment, floor show, country club dance. Candlelight dinner, slow dancing. Sweet flirty and fun. Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
Light Latin flavored instrumental. The sound of a classical guitar mixed with various percussion instruments, bass and tenor sax. Imagine a tropical setting or perhaps something you may hear in a back club in South Beach. A 1950's to 60's small group latin/jazz combo sound. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
A jazz waltz featuring trumpet back by a jazz quartet and orchestra. The song opens with a haunting, love lost type of feel. Dramatic, yet charming. It moves to standard jazz waltz and finishes with full orchestra. Moving and inspirational! Love, romance and sentimental over-tones. Instrumental, Jazz, Nu Jazz
Bluesy slower swing type song. A down and outer feels the pain of lost love. She faded away as he did nothing to stop it. Piano and raw saxophone are the featured solo instruments. Very visual lyric content about city scenes. Urban scenes, guy sad over lost romance, now alone and lonely. Sentimental, Male Vocals, Jazz, Lounge Jazz Vocals
Jazzy groove with a hint of an East Indian flavor. Plenty of rhythmic changes and following melodies. A song of adventure, searching, traveling nightclub Central America south America, Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
A Latin Jazz tune featuring classical guitar and piano as the featured soloist. Plenty of percussion. A bright, uplifting feel as the song works it's a way through the various sections with good solos and solid authentic Latin beats. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
The 1st of 2 versions of this song. This version features heavy guitar, rhythm and solos to give it a harder edge. One man's quest for individuality and to beat status quo! Even though he has a secret fear of doing this, he prays for help and travels onward in-spite of those in his way. Male Vocals, Jazz, Jazz Rock
Medium up tempo Latin Jazz song that features flamenco style classical guitar. Plenty of Latin percussion to fill out the sound. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
Slower Latin based Jazz song. Melancholy and reflective type of emotions are the basis for this composition. Traditional Latin instruments like congas, bongos, flamenco guitar, piano to give it a true Latin American feel. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
Medium tempo latin jazz song that utilizes Latin percussion instruments to give it an authentic Latin feel. Flamenco type guitar sound is also used. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
Cuban type sound with an upbeat hypnotizing rhythm. Instrumentation includes various Latin percussive instruments, flamenco sounding guitar, bass and piano. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
Medium slow Bluesy/jazzy solo piano piece with plenty of of fast lines and strong chops. Gospel influences flavor this song. Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Stride
A solo piano bluesy ragtime song. Perhaps a bar scene in New Orleans in the 1920's, 1930's or 1940's. A mixture of blues and jazz. Instrumental, Jazz, Ragtime
Solo piano piece incorporating classical and jazz elements setting a mood that is laid back, soulful, reflective and inspirational. Instrumental, Jazz, Smooth Jazz
Up beat Latin Jazz song that could be used for any positive type of application. Clean Electric classical type guitar sound. Plenty of Latin percussion to give it that extra flare. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
An uptempo Latin jazz instrumental which portrays and uplifting and positive mood. Featuring, guitar, piano and flute and arranged with full band, percussion section and horns. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
This uptempo cruising type song features a rock beat that transforms into a Latin rock beat and back again. Plenty of instrumental solos in the middle to complement the vocal sections. Lyrics speak of a person or group that keeps "movin'" forward and refuses to look back. Male Vocals, Jazz, Jazz Rock
A sleepy dreamy Latin jazz type song. Sung in Spanish the title basically means, dreaming. Mostly and instrumental with a chorus line sung in Spanish. Main instrumental solos by saxophone with interludes by piano and guitar. Middle section uproots the sleepy type atmosphere with a different directio, Male Vocals, Jazz, Latin Jazz
Upbeat Latin jazz composition with plenty of percussion and featuring flamenco type classical guitar. Central American or South American style with Cuban influences. Instrumental, Jazz, Latin Jazz
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