Currently based in Delaware, Composer Mike McAnally approaches music from an inner perspective based on a wide range of early influences and musical experiences. His unique concepts cover Jazz, Fusion, Swing, Classical, and Blues genres. Mike has worked as a Sideman, Leader, Studio Producer, and Music Educator, and his current focus is on composing. His music has been featured on PBS - "Sit and Be Fit," the documentary "Evesham Twp. NJ, An Historical Portrait," and projects for California-based Dementia Whisperer, along with many others.
Mike McAnally's credits include: 1979- "The Village" (guitar composition) Live performances by the Philadelphia Jazz Ensemble. 1987- "The Candle of Life" Synth piece for University of the Arts-Film & Animation Dept., Philadelphia, PA. 1993- Coppellia Music, Paris France. 1994- US Cattleman's Assoc. Museum Little Rock, Arkansas (extensive guitar work for Producer Tony Luisi). 1995- Tobeat Records Philadelphia, PA. 1997- "Evesham NJ an Historical Portrait" Documentary. 2000- Classic guitar tracks for Muzak, Seattle, WA. 2007- "Song for Coltrane" PBS show "Sit and be Fit." 2008- "Terry's Song" Theme for Dementia Whisperers, which is also archived with FilmQuest Entertainment, Hollywood, CA.
Avant-garde Jazz a la John Coltrane, with more blues as in his "Blue Trane." Soprano sax solo presents various playful motif attempts to do justice as in Tribute to this great musician. Last riff tribute to Trane's "While my Lady Sleeps." Cool colorful excited hot sexy fiery. 1940s detective show, Instrumental, Jazz, Modern Jazz
Cool Jazz short theme Vibes, Bass & Drums/ Bluesy smokey/Entertaining, Night Jazz, 1960's TV Detective, New York vibe, sophisticated, easy groove, Bar scene, lounge, Quite subtle groove, long nights into the wee hours of the morning. Laidback big city, midnight, sensual and mysterious, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Big Band 1940's 1950's swing style smooth pop jazz Guitar solo with Brass punch arrangements. Romantic wooing dedicated moving into the bridge reflective theme. Theme Song for nostalgic TV show or Broadway show, Good for student film history project or post WWII, Instrumental, Jazz, Dramatic Jazz
Quiet lounge jazz, guitar and marimba double themes wita a 1940's 1950's jazz style, solo guitar with horn arrangements to compliment this elegant, sentimental, jazzy track. Good for TV theme or film background Sophisticated, charming & sweet. Country club, true love, sensual lush candlelight dinner, Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
Classical spanish guitar duet with flute, and jazz segue Themes are from Beethoven's 7th symphony 2nd movement. The title reflects an admiration for this great composer the title as in Benny Golson's tune "I remember Clifford" Tribute to the great Clifford Brown.This is a tribute to Ludwig V B... Instrumental, Jazz, Novelty Jazz, Ludwig van Beethoven
Dynamic Jazz tune reminiscent of late 50's 60's a good fit in any situation TV, Radio or Film. A short theme with guitar lead easy on the ears moving from one section to another leading the listener to cool colorful places while maintaining the integrity of the Jazz Motive' and the improvised solo. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Fusion
Blues Jazz Cool feel with acoustic guitar & marimba interplay good for thematic material for TV, Sound track incidentals, background for film, documentary or other media projects. Grooving night club boy meets girl at bar eye contact music leading to suggestions & possibilities for attraction- seduc, Instrumental, Jazz, Smooth Jazz
Slow bluesy tune with a little George Benson influence along with late 70's style with string line Alla Don Sebesky arrangement & use of harmonica doubles melody@ bridge & recap. Great for background or main theme or club setting slow dance groove sexy hot and provocative while remaining soulful. Instrumental, Jazz, Smooth Jazz
A Jazz Blues Swing Theme TV Movie track 60's 70's detective show uptempo there is interplay between Guitar & Oboe makes a very interesting analogy like two characters in conversation but non confrontational more like collaboration This track has unique concept of melody blues jazz interplay, Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Fusion
Funny title but a tribute to Thelonious Monk & John Coltrane Alla 50's 60's Jazz blues outside the box with a little bit of bassoon hits instead of traditional brass accentuation giving it an avante-garde feel while remaining compositional. Good for nostalgia TV theme or slutty scene for film60, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Acoustic Guitars keep the aesthetics ambient throughout the piece. Liberating melodic content makes this an excellent source for background or main theme for documentary or other projects that require out of the box sounding new age jazz while keeping the modality simple. Very Positive Vibes here! Instrumental, Jazz, New Age Jazz
TV Detective cool blues Jazz theme with Guitar lead and Vibe doubling with break on the B section resembling the old time standard blues with complimentary solo's on both instruments while maintaining the blues theme integrity throughout until the surprise humorous ending. Unusual cool light&bluesy, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
New age with jazz undertones, in the style of Ray Charles in regards to tempo,thematical material for uplifting emotions that range from romantic to pensive, the B section is about resolved conflicts,recap to 1st theme with bari sax double.Orchestrated to enhance melody lines with colorful harmony, Instrumental, Jazz, Dramatic Jazz
Good theme material with acoustic guitar melody doubled by Marimba and a longing string line gives this Latin feel a disco romantic style reminiscent of 70's 80's while the recap has an improvised guitar solo like the intro will fit Movie, TV incidental, background and any other mood for Mellowness, Instrumental, Jazz, Bossa Nova Jazz
Upbeat with a Latin feel while giving a Romantic vibe along with sweet recurring motive' The B section Alla Santana on acoustic guitar gives this theme a little funky groove. Soprano Sax doubles acoustic guitar for colorful overtones leading to syncopated cowbell rhythm. Recap with a surprise ending, Instrumental, Jazz, Bossa Nova Jazz
Great TV or Film theme or Jazz Background music for a fun sitcom or romcom. Light, carefree, upbeat tempo with guitar lead and final chorus doubling with Recorder provides a humorous melodic content that solidifies the melody. Wine bar, cafe, strolling in the park. Laidback, sunny, happy music. Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Avant-Garde guitars jam without regard to anything in an underlying parody to David Bowie's "Fame," which can be hailed for its "badness." Frustrated cover club band on the loose. Lock this band up throw key away! Laid back pokey fun, dark humor, getting high, snorting coke, boyz night out, funny! Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Fusion
Quiet new age piano ensemble with very nice strings sailing to new places with each section.3 sections that reflect different moods while retaining the purity of the Lilacs theme (1st theme) Colorful harmonies jazz tension and release while striving for simplicity. Great Love Theme for TV or Movie, Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Unique Jazz tune with Vibes and Guitar with much humour and creative melodic lines with a repetitive drum beat and colorful tones combining a Jazz-like Ensemble while retaining it's original compositional form. Good Idea for Children's Jazz with humor and swing. Student film project or Animation. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Fusion
A tribute to John Mclaughlin with free guitar lines running wild Avant- Garde style. Old analog mix with a faster speed one octave higher to emulate a mandolin. 1983 version archived, interesting ideas with this re-mix to digital. Mysterious themes TV Independent Film etc or Animation projects, Instrumental, Jazz, Free Jazz
Cool little tune with Guitar & Vibes swinging blues theme good for lounge jazz bar sophisticated bar scene TV Movie background or incidental mood music with other applications like walking style attitude swaggering high spirits along with colorful dynamics hot & cool expression Romantic with Humor, Instrumental, Jazz, Cool Jazz
Jazzy elevator music or department store 50's 60's music themes, or family sitcom or romcom opening. Laidback, sunny and happy tune. The Vibe & Guitar doubling has a beatnik post-bop feel. Playful Sweet Romantic Comedy, road trip, carefree & catchy. Reaching out, Facebook friends, puppy love, Instrumental, Jazz, Bebop
This Tune un-intentionally became the ultimate Elevator tune! Jazz Intro followed by a Jazz Waltz Guitar lead doubled by strings with brass undertones gives this song a light bouncey feel, it reminds one of those elevator rides while hearing a full orchestration of an old tune. A real nice theme. Instrumental, Jazz, Orchestral Jazz
Compositional short piece based on Jazz trio late night lounge lizard smokey bar room with a more generic guitar playing feel as in local jazz club/Restaurant. Background incidental music playing while half listening and light conversations going on etc. Good for TV background or funky Film project, Instrumental, Jazz, Lounge Jazz
New age, with jazz undertones, New York style bridge in the middle section, with repetitive 4 note theme which has it's own groove. Evening hours can relate to any type mystery with bluesy dark moods. Good for any background purpose or theme for TV-Movie. Documentary. Educational Video, Instrumental, Jazz, Nu Jazz
Short theme wild and moving old analog re-mix with repetitive drum machine Moog Opus 3 1st theme with 2nd theme on guitar playing simultaneously clashing as if chasing one another. Great for TV chase scene or Movie Action scene as well as other projects like student film projects or animations. Instrumental, Jazz, Jazz Rock
TV detective style cool jazz background with horn & oboe counter-line short theme. 1940s, 1950s, sneaky, jazzy, fun. Whimsical, romantic comedy, soft shoe shuffle. Rhythmic and happy tune, sweet melody, a bit mysterious Great for TV theme or scene background music also for Mystery Movie, Instrumental, Jazz, Swing Ensembles
Jazz Guitar ballad. Loving tender melody, sentimental piece. Cello bass line+ English horn counter line, an interlude jazz waltz with Rubato & free meter mix along with Jazz combo & flute lines. Flirtatious engaging gorgeous graceful exquisite devine tasteful refined bright colorful romantic sweet, Instrumental, Jazz, Cabaret
Intro Avant-Garde 1960's with Free swinging jazz waltz 3/4 time main theme in the style of the late great Bill Evans. Next section a little edgy with the horn line in 9/4 time giving it a spacey feel. The next pass is a swing guitar solo in 4 Thus completes the TRILOGY cycle. Bright fun bewitching, Instrumental, Jazz, Free Jazz
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