A classically trained pianist with a reverence for the Big Band music of Glenn Miller and the Dorsey Brothers, and a love of Alfred Hitchcock films, Brenda Elthon's music has enthralled patrons of independent film and charmed her radio audiences around the world. Whether it's a dissonant, impressionist piano masterpiece, or a swinging Country lyrical anthem, or an orchestral trip from Heaven to Hell, Brenda's music pulls out the emotional stops and takes the listener on a magical ride to a new, unexpected place. Sometimes simple. Often, complex. Always special.
Brenda Elthon hails from Virginia, and has been featured in numerous independent films and web series, and enjoys great international radio play. Working in numerous genres, Brenda's music online here covers Christmas, Classical, Country, Dramatic, Folk, Jazz, Latin, Pop and Soundalikes, with both instrumentals and vocals for our clients' productions.
Artfully blended of hand and mallet percussion instruments from around the world in a lilting, suggestive, light world fusion contemporary pop rhythm. Multicultural ethnic beat track for mainstream audiences. Game friendly seamless looping. Percussion Loops,
Huge orchestral strings and angelic female choir support piano, guitar and flute in a Nutcracker style waltz of excitement and innocence, building to an epic high point of simple beauty and grace. Unique. An attention grabber. Regal and uplifting, with traditional classical elements. Delicate power. Vocals,
Complex innocence. Quiet, yet determined orchestral strings embrace the vocal choir in a beautifully blended montage of love and tender intimacy. A sweet goodnight. Music magic. Vocals,
Bold harp, piano and string glissando up and down the melodic scale, in major key, with peaceful resolution. A huge and deeply spiritual, comforting musical interlude. Strong and positive. Uplifting. Inspirational. A "sun comes out from the clouds" moment. We are talking a big, bright happy sun here, Strings,
What does painful yearning sound like? How do you compose and perform deep loss and emotional anguish? What does heartache really sound like? Try this: a poignant, dramatic, and daring symphonic tribute to the sorrowful, classic love theme from Alfred Hitchcock's timeless thriller film "Vertigo. Yes, Strings,
Charming, old-fashioned happy circus polka band, with organ, ukelele, tuba, flute and whacky percussion. Pretty music. A real song. Happy and sweet with the simple appeal of a bygone era. No computer generated whiz-bang sound effects. Authentic; retro; a period piece. Whimsical, wistful authenticity, Brass,
Dead little girl sings the Barney song in "la la la" form in three differing pitches. Creepy and terrifying, yet unbearably sad. What happened to her? Why can't you get her voice out of your head? Why is she haunting you? The truth lurks in the dark and she calls for you to come find it. Be careful. Vocals, Haunted singing
Dead little girl sings the Barney song in "la la la" form in three differing pitches. Creepy and terrifying, yet unbearably sad. What happened to her? Why can't you get her voice out of your head? Why is she haunting you? The truth lurks in the dark and she calls for you to come find it. Be careful. Vocals, Haunted singing
Slow cautious haunting and sinister Piano solo with deep, heavy reverb signaling danger, lurking just beyond your gaze. The knife behind the shower curtain, the rapist waiting in the darkened corner of your room. Searching in despair, you can't see him; but you know he's there and coming closer. Run, Keyboard,
A haunting, creepy yet beautiful choir of dead people sing a melodic "ooh and aah" sing-song in perfectly pitched harmony. No drone: a lovely but disturbing vocal symphony that makes your pulse quicken. You know something bad awaits. Go ahead. Open that cellar door or climb the attic stairs. Do it. Vocals, Haunted singing
Deep acoustic piano bass notes play a painful, unrelenting series of minor fifths, punctuated with single finger upper register dissonant three note melody. Bam. Bam. Bam. Weird, but effective. Unjuiced by a computer. Real. Raw. The point is not to be pretty, but to be tense, apprehensive, sinister. Keyboard,
Crisp and beautiful minimalist acoustic piano arpeggio. Bare, stripped down elegance. No glitz; just raw power and brilliance. Contemporary classical in the style of Aaron Copland and Leonard Bernstein. Sophisticated. Serene. Simple says it best. Keyboard,
At the end of the show the big red velvet curtains come down and the stage is quiet. The audience, thrilled and gratified with the performance, files out of the theater. The lead actors rush to their dressing rooms, but the understudy with dreams walks out on the stage to silent applause. Imagine. Strings,
Up-lifting, positive orchestral segue or outro. Regal and magestic in major key. Evokes feeling of deep satisfaction as a matter is finally resolved successfully. "Yes we prevailed and can now move on." Sometimes faith in oneself is rewarded and the spoils of self earned victory are especially sweet, Strings,
Charming, old-fashioned happy circus polka band, with organ, ukelele, tuba, flute and whacky percussion. Pretty music. A real song. Zany and sweet with the simple appeal of a bygone era. No computer generated whiz-bang sound effects. Authentic; retro; a period piece. Whimsical, wistful authenticity. Woodwinds,
Majestic high church pipe organ performs regal and dramatic religious processional hymn. A new and unique song, but with the classic traditional form and musical elements of old Christian liturgical ceremonial music. Nice reverb on bass pipes with sweeping chorded melody. Authentic. Inspirational. Keyboard,
The sound of the most beautiful magic wand in the universe. Rich and full strings play major key glissando glide up and down the musical scale. The sound of joyful wonderment and happy surprise. The pumpkin turns into a carriage. The ruby slippers take you home. The cloak turns you invisible. Strings,
Beautiful choir of violins and harps enters the Pearly Gates and the full orchestra enthralls the Heavenly Hosts with a rich, epic, and up-lifting symphony of hope, serenity and everlasting joy. Angels in Heaven. Orchestral track of sublime beauty. Infinitely memorable and up-lifting. A stand-out. Strings,
A wistful and nostalgic "Charlie Brown" solo piano outro or segue, steeped in charm with a touch of sadness. Life doesn't always reward good efforts. Winning takes luck and, too often, the luck just can't be found. Struggles against adversity are too often rewarded with second place. No trophy. Keyboard,
She knew that all eyes would be on her at the palace that night. Everything must be perfect: her hair, her gown, her manners, her dancing style. All must please him. And so she practiced the deep curtsey in front of the mirror, each time, striving for perfection. Like this classic virtuoso piano. Keyboard,
Live mixed vocal choir sings proud and happy chorus of "oohs" and "aahs" in an up-tempo, positive, up-lifting folk melody with traditional roots and blue grass elements. A live country style production featuring award winning voices. Sounds like the New Christie Minstrels. Refreshing, pure Americana, Vocals,
Suggestive guitar twangs the "wah wah wah" statement that underscores the point, says the obvious, adds the exclamation mark, underlines the statement, and conveys the message. A hot segue or outro. Urban. Edgy, but classic. "Hey, I know what you mean." Guitar,
Ooh, that hurts! Zinger dinger stinger! Edgy, urban, sophisticated piano/bass/percussion/orchestral segue/outro, featuring glitzy dissonant iced piano arpeggio that climbs up all of the keys. Fast. Wow. Those guys really know how to play! Keyboard,
The classic sound of a chubby fellow lumbering his way across the stage. Melodic and charming. The traditional sound of slow walking. Exactly as you remember it. Nostalgic and magical in the way it provokes smiles of understanding in all audiences. Happy times; silly times; family and kid times. Brass,
Tuba and trombone play the little ditty everyone loves and remembers from the old Mighty Mouse cartoon show. Yes, the brave do-gooder is on his way to fight the bad guys and win a victory for all the little kids and the Forces of Good. A sweet, happy smile-provoking cue for a little giggle or two. Brass,
What lay ahead, one cannot know. What lays in the past must now stay forever buried there. Your old home lost, like the simple times in which innocence, hope and sweet new love was easy and natural. Now, you ride alone in the train toward an uncertain future. Look out the window to the hills. Ponder, Keyboard,
They have betrayed you and you have taken your revenge. Now, with their blood on your hands, you tally the gains and losses. You have also betrayed: your own sense of dignity, courage and honor. Where is justice? Where is truth in a world weary of war and retribution? Grief abounds and all mourn. Keyboard,
Whimsical cartoon circus calliope toots a sweet little finale and the clowns take a bow. Light and quick, with a tiny grace note ending. Smile-maker. Happy times. Keyboard, Calliope
Classic old time Hollywood silent film Wurlitzer organ plays eerie "sneak up on you" wavering melody of fear and apprehension. For an authentic, retro sound of lurking danger, creaking floors, knocks on the door, fluttering curtains, fast escapes, and scary creeping ghosts, monsters and bogeymen. Keyboard,
Classic military bugle call featured in wild west films and cartoons, played by a sweet muted trumpet. The stereo-typical call to action. "Get up and get going! CHARGE!" Brass,
Classic military bugle call featured in wild west films and cartoons, played by a sweet muted trumpet. The stereo-typical call to action. "Get up and get going! CHARGE!" Brass,
Westminster Abbey style church organ plays the traditional hymn and service musical finale, in long form, where the congregation sings "Amen" three times. Grand. Resonant. Keyboard,
Single, crisp metallic ding. Not a triangle. Not music. The sound of a small piece of metal hitting a hard surface: an old key dropping onto the floor; a little hammer at work; a cobbler at his bench. A cartoon "I've got an idea" sound. A light clink. Sweet and clear, and not "too much." Achromatic Percussion,
Two kettle drums play the dreaded, heralded march of heavy footsteps pitched in a perfect fifth. A gradual pan from left to right. Loopable. Who approaches? The King? The Monster? Is this a scene from Space Oddyssey 2001? Yes, a regal and powerful presence approaches, but the sound is quite ominous. Achromatic Percussion,
"I can't get 'em up this morning!" The traditional early morning military wake-up call, done in charming, old fashioned retro cartoon style, with a silly little high-pitched horn in a hurry. Sweet and simple. No slick gimmicks. Bring on the giggles and laughs! A guaranteed smile maker for all ages. Brass,
Traditional old time movie cartoon finale, played on light and happy solo marimba. Bright. Sparkly. Nostalgic. Radio perfect. It's giggle time! Chromatic Percussion, Marimbas
Traditional old time movie cartoon finale, played on light and happy solo marimba. Bright. Sparkly. Nostalgic. Radio perfect. It's giggle time! Chromatic Percussion, Marimbas
Calm, soothing ending to times of trial and adversity. The peace comes from knowing that, in the end, all will be well. Love, grace, and strength comes from accepting challenges and seeking guidance from above. Keyboard,
The classic song of the Confederate South, played by a solo jolly tuba. Simple and charming. Without gimmicks or pretense. When you want the traditional melody, but in an easy, fun, whimsical and lighthearted musical style. A bright, childlike sunshine moment. For happy times with no worries. Brass,
Resonant oboe plays the classic "sneak up on you" theme, signaling somebody is about to get ambushed! Surprise! Is it Bugs Bunny? Elmer Fudd? The classic and traditional, anxiety producing, "oh no, look out" sound of something scary that is about to happen. Happy, light horror; cartoons; animation. Woodwinds,
Resonant oboe plays the classic "sneak up on you" theme, signaling somebody is about to get ambushed! Bugs Bunny? Elmer Fudd? Cartoons. Halloween. Woodwinds,
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