In the late 1940's and 1950's cool jazz evolved directly from bop. Essentially it was a mixture of bop with certain aspects of swing that had been overlooked or temporarily discarded. Dissonances were smoothed out, tones were softened, arrangements became important again and the rhythm section's accents were less jarring. Because some of the key pacesetters of the style (many of whom were studio musicians) were centered in Los Angeles, it was nicknamed "West Coast Jazz." Some of the recordings were experimental in nature (hinting at classical music) while some overarranged sessions were bland but in general this was a viable and popular style. By the late 1950's hard bop from the East Coast ...
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Steinway grand piano, acoustic bass, acoustic guitar, celtic harp, drums. Thinking out loud becomes hoping, dreaming, wishing for more. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Be-bop vocalese in the style of"Lambert, Hendricks and Ross"make this very suitable for late 50's beat generation scenes. Sax and trumpet intro/outro and solos. Male/female unison vocals about a hip night out on the town to see"the band they call Bluesique." Mixed Vocals, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Smooth, cool and sophisticated swing jazz. Takes you right there into a dimly lit, smoke-filled lounge, frequented by shady characters in rain macs. Has an air of playful intrigue and mystery. Perfect for drama and comedy through to commercials. Main and underscore commercial length mixes. Instrumental, Jazz, Smooth Jazz
A medium swing tune with no drums with a question and answer melody featuring piano, acoustic guitar, vibes, drums and acoustic bass. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A melancholy jazz/rock tune with a European flavor featuring piano, electric piano, electric bass, accordion, guitar and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A delightful jazz quintet of piano, vibes, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums with brushes reminds one of the little kid who just won't be quiet. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A light and airy jazz swing with a hint that something new is about to happen with piano, bass, drums with brushes and guitar. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A lyrical, romantic and flowing composition for piano, upright bass and alto saxophone. A late romantic style chord progression with a slow and sexy melody. A smoky tune to chill with by a fireplace with a scotch and a special someone. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A warm yet haunting jazz swing tune of piano, acoustic guitar, vibes, drums with brushes and acoustic bass. This song has a slight sense of urgency with a bit of melancholy. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A laid back and relaxed jazz piece of music, using some interesting rhythms and beautiful chord inversions. Smooth guitar and keyboard sounds in combination with groovy backing ensemble. This piece is perfect for placing behind a wide range of visuals. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A soulful jazzy modal cool style track with a clever sax and flute lead theme highlighted by male vocal shouts. An electric guitar solo and a flute solo are featured in the middle. Great smooth and sweet track for radio play, adverts, television program, film, video projects, in house, phone on hold, Male Vocals, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Dangerous Cool Jazz spy thriller similar to Archer, Pink Panther, White Collar etc. featuring smooth upright bass, scorching brass solos and explosive bongo rhythms. Smoky, suave jazz perfect for Action, Comedy, Spies etc. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A blazing and burning straight ahead jazz tune hanging on the very edge of disaster and somehow surviving, with piano, bass, drums, guitar and vibes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A secretive and plotting swing tune that worries about everything, featuring piano, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very easy going and relaxed jazz swing tune perfect for the person who is just loafing and has no plans whatsoever. A bit whimsical and playful, this tune creates a wonderful feeling of elation. Features piano, electric piano, acoustic bass and a very creative drummer. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Vintage sounding Jazz with that cool, breezy and swinging groove of 50's and 60's ensembles. Great for films, documentaries and commercials. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A jazz quintet of two guitars, clarinet, drums and bass create a wonderful up-tempo blues track reminiscent of the twenties and thirties in the time of Al Capone. Also available as a Loop and a Sting. Jazz, blues, Acoustic, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A two-beat jazz swing melody that floats thru the air supported by a magical rhythm with acoustic guitar, piano, bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
An energetic and emotional jazz swing tune filled with excitement and adventure featuring piano, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A straight ahead jazz tune with it's own set of instructions for dissatisfaction in real life, featuring piano, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass, vibes and kickin drummer with big ears. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Smooth Jazz Ballad: Piano Version! Jazz club or blues lounge background music. Smooke room or Jazz era reflections. Bluesy jazz piano and electric piano, upright jazz bass, and jazz drums with some trumpet. Cool jazzy ambience for various use. ALSO SEE THE FULL VERSION 1, WITH BRASS SECTION! Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very motivational and relaxed jazz swing tune with a hint of something great to come, featuring piano, vibes, guitar, bass and drums with brushes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
It's always a good feeling when somebody unexpectedly picks up the check, featuring electric piano, marimba, piano, bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A secretive and spy-like jazz swing with acoustic guitar, vibes, piano, electric piano, acoustic bass and mellow drums with brushes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very deliberate and purposeful jazz blues tune with a very down and depressed vibe. Features piano, guitar, acoustic bass, drums and vibes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A laid back guitar melody sings out in this mid tempo traditional jazz track played by a live ensemble with accompaniment from clarinet, drums and bass. Also available as a Loop and a Sting. Jazz, blues, Acoustic, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A very laid-back cool jazz instrumental track. This mid-tempo jazz waltz features, brush drums, upright bass, acoustic and electric piano, and guitar on the lead. With it’s traditional retro sound, the track would work great as background source music for a night club scene. Also film-noir. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A warm and friendly jazz tune with a double-time swing feel that exudes the confidence people have in a close friend, featuring piano, vibes, guitar, bass and drums. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Jazz quartet performs fluently on this cool blues. The bass line is intriguing and seductive, then the piano meanders with a charming improvised solo. Features piano, acoustic bass, acoustic guitar, drums with brushes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Another world exists right inside our heads at times, a place to get conveniently lost. This sultry jazz swing tune features piano, guitar, acoustic guitar, acoustic bass and drums with brushes. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
A mysterious yet fun two-beat jazz swing tune that creates a desire for the unexpected things in life, with piano, bass, drums, vibes and guitar. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
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