Classically trained, and a graduate of the first Popular Music degree in the UK, Barry Thompson, the force behind Underwater Music, has played keyboards and sax in assorted Indie Pop, and Ska bands and released lush, quirky Electronica, Orchestral, and Lounge music under various guises, including Baby Grand. His music has been featured on BBC1, BBC2, ITV, Channel 4, and Radio 1 in the UK, and in various programs worldwide. Underwater Music has also written original music for short films and provided sound design for theatre.
Soothing flute and oriental strings over dreamy pads and distant choirs, and a mellow tabla groove. Perfect for yoga, relaxation, scenes of natural beauty and calm, or far-eastern travel. Instrumental, Dramatic, Ethereal Music
Reflective, melancholic piece for piano and string quartet. A simple repeated chord sequence on the piano is joined one by one by expressive contrapuntal cello, bass, violin and viola, building to a poignant, heart-rending climax. For sad times, lost memories and world sorrow. Instrumental, Dramatic, Sad Music
Whimsical piece for pizzicato strings, oboe and bassoon, reminiscent of the theme to Six Feet Under. The 30s / 15s versions, without the suspenseful final chord, would also work in a nature program under footage of playful young animals, and are perfect for advertisements with a quirky edge. Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Gorgeously comic theme featuring flute, bassoon, banjo & tuba. A parody of classic UK sitcoms like Some Mothers Do 'Ave 'Em, Steptoe and Son and Rising Damp. Perfect folksy vibe for Soaps, Married With Children, The Simpsons, Family Guy, slapstick comedy, funny pets, families & kids. Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Upbeat, poppy theme with chuggy acoustic guitars and a sparkling synth lead that echoes as if heard at an outdoor festival. Similar to Eple by Royksopp. Perfect fun kids video game, animation, theme for teen or tweens or 20-something drama. Romantic comedy, party, sitcom theme, opening, game show, Instrumental, Dramatic, Energizing Music
Hang in there, here's the light at the end of tunnel. Music for when you've come through the storm, the sun is starting to peep through the clouds and you're ready to face the future again with renewed optimism. Sparse pads and movin'-right-along breakbeat builds to a triumphant piano drop. Instrumental, Dramatic, Heartwarming Music
Quirky, mysterious harmonica theme in waltz time. Ideal for spooky supernatural edge, with a similar vibe to the UK TV series Tales of the Unexpected & Randall & Hopkirk. Crazy orchestral fairground version is reminiscent of Amelie and Saint Saens' Danse Macabre. Carnival kids cartoon comedy, Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Deep moody vibe with a sparse groove. Suspenseful and dark, would work in Sci-fi, psychological thriller, horror etc. Instrumental, Dramatic, Mechanical Music
Quirky, whimsical piece reminiscent of the cello and saw duet in the film Delicatessen (Marc Caro, Jean-Pierre Jeunet, music by Carlos D'Alessio). Features theremin & cello, bazouki & accordion. Slightly melancholic, ideal for odd situations, bizarre shenanigans or even cute animal antics. Instrumental, Dramatic, Tender music
Lush exotica track with swooping strings, cool vibes & gentle percussion. 50s, 60s big hotel floor show lounge style of Les Baxter, Martin Denny, Arthur Lyman, Esquivel. Quirky romantic drama, Bob Hope road show, tropical holiday comedy theme, travel program, island vacation, starlight dancing, Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
Spooky orchestral waltz - the toys come out to play at night! Similar vibe to Danny Elfman / Tim Burton Nightmare Before Christmas, or Dukas' The Sorcerer's Apprentice in Disney's Fantasia. Instrumental, Dramatic, Magical Music
As the sun sets over the sea, a melancholic melodica theme echoes over the hills, then drops to a chilled house groove and warm sub bass under lush sweeping pads. Ideal for scenes of ecstatic clubs, beach holidays, festivals and anywhere people are dancing with smiley faces... :), Instrumental, Dramatic, Ethereal Music
Suspenseful light orchestral track suitable for murder mysteries like Poirot or Murder She Wrote / romantic period dramas like Downton Abbey, Dangerous Liaisons, Pride & Prejudice, Jane Eyre / witty comedies like Jeeves & Wooster, Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
Lilting romantic theme with a slight melancholic edge, for orchestra and piano. Perfect for a summer romance that's soon to end, or a Donnie Darko -ish dream sequence. May also work with scenes of a boat skipping across the sea. Instrumental, Dramatic, Romantic Music
Lush romantic strings, gentle rhythm and cool Flugelhorn. Reminiscent of Burt Bacharach / Mantovani, ideal for love stories, idyllic scenes of natural beauty. Instrumental, Dramatic, Smooth Music
You're driving down an Italian mountain road in a red convertible, with the sea glinting in the distance and your blond-haired true love in the passenger seat. Life doesn't get much sweeter than this! Lush seductive alluring and passionate love story, sophisticated romance or elegant adventure, Instrumental, Dramatic, Ethereal Music
Gentle, undulating theme suitable for natural, pastoral or contemplative scenes - elephants roaming the plains, tropical sunsets, travel/safari documentaries etc. Instrumental, Dramatic, Whimsical Music
Chilled groove reminiscent of Lemon Jelly / Air / Orbital, with filtering piano, shimmering strings, breakbeats and lots more. Ideal club lounge music, 20-something / 30-something party scenes. Instrumental, Dramatic, Ethereal Music
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