A bright, upbeat and fun version of the French traditional melody, Chevaliers de la Table Ronde. Happy and excited, French sound with Accordeons etc. [Tempo: Fast / 130 BPM]
Julius Fučík: Entry of the Gladiators (Alternate titles: Entrance of the Gladiators. Einzug der Gladiatoren. Thunder and Blazes.) Probably the most famous, most used piece of Circus Music in the world. Full orchestra arrangement. Arranged and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 0 BPM]
A funny and a little bit crazy version of the traditional French children's melody, Alouette. Fun French style, with vocal singing, scatting, humming, whistling and funny sounds. [Tempo: Medium / 112 BPM]
A cool hybrid drum percussion jam session that's unique, fun, worldy, hip, and cool all wrapped into one. Great for commercials. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 200 BPM]
A laid-back and pretty French waltz. Traditional French instruments and a nice, breezy waltz feel. Quintessentially French, Paris, Parisian, everything that is French. Also works well as old / traditional Fairground music, or an old musical box / Old market square etc. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 140 BPM]
A dark and eerie track evoking the image of psychos, stalkers, serial killers, crime scenes, murder, twisted plots and Investigation Discovery. Occult events, crime scene flashbacks, ghosts and monsters on Halloween and supernatural freak show circuses come to mind. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 120 BPM]
A modern and upbeat dance track with a swing feel. The track combines modern synths with old school brass riffs as well as driving and infectious vocal hooks. Fun and funky. [Tempo: Fast / 134 BPM]
A zany, upbeat comedy music with a catchy hook, crazy drums and a bombastic brass riff. [Tempo: Fast / 137 BPM]
An traditional French folk song, performed on two accordeons for a suitably French sound. Tango Feel. Simple but effective - captures the spirit of France. Also nice for comedy, funny video, candid camera and more. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Classic cabaret, circus, puppet show type music. Theatrical, great for stage shows, magic show, circus, childrens productions and more. Has a certain Tim Burton'esque darkness to it. A little freakish, with a slight European or Eastern European historical feel. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 62 BPM]
A crazy TV-type Looney Tunes theme tune hook with whacky nonsensical interludes and FX. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Like a cat chasing the mouse, this lively and shifting music is ideal for situations that show dynamism and a touch funny. [Tempo: Fast / 240 BPM]
Silly, fun and happy acoustic guitar piece, with glittering xylophone, and quirky glockenspiel. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 130 BPM]
A cheerful whacked out melody that sounds like a retro gaming theme or a 1980’s synthesizer demo! Complete with bouncy drums & cheapo plastic instruments, this funny little ditty would suit cartoon graphics, micro games, commercials or quirky off beat comedy videos. Similar in style to the Elliot Simons tracks Wackorama, Big Cheese & Sambatastico. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
This enchanting novelty marching tune suggests the magic and intrigue of Eastern European fables and parables. A little bit wonky & off-kilter, Its naive child-like quality suggests a toy military band or images of a hurdy-gurdy or Calliope at a fairytale fairground. Builds from a single instrument into a small ensemble and then lifts by two semitones with an added glockenspiel & solo flute. Quirky / Novelty. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
A playful marimba plays a catchy melody with tuba like synth bass, upbeat groove and funny synth accompaniment . A perfect track for children's, comedic programs or video games. Funny, bouncy cartoon like fun and a great comedy ending. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 128 BPM]
A bright and fun version of Offenbach's classic piece Can Can, with a bright and cheeky arrangement. Suitable for funny videos, candid camera, circus and messing around. [Tempo: Fast / 130 BPM]
This lively & mischievous filmic sounding leitmotif builds from quizzical phrases into busy, bustling orchestration that hurries along with occasional humorous hesitations. Evoking excitement & magic or the busy drudgery of the working day. Matched in style & character to other Elliot Simon’s tracks, Another Lovely Day, The Secret Path, A Midnight Symphony, Hotel Tango and An Unfortunate Incident. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 108 BPM]
Positive euro indie rock tune, with strong drums and a retro eighties vibe, yet very fresh and current. [Tempo: Medium / 134 BPM]
Greek, Hebrew or Gypsy feel. European, historical / cultural, circus or travel / holiday. Greece / folk / Europe. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 148 BPM]
Circus intro music, clown polka, circus march. A fun and jolly track with strings, double bass, marching drums, bells, trumpets and organ. Playful and whimsical, suitable for comedy, novelty, parody, animation, casual games and more. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
Lively, frantic, fun, excited, frenetic, energetic & humourous track using mallets, percussion, pizzicato strings & hectic drums. Amusing, climactic, chaotic & full of character. Would suit children's / dramatic / comedy / fantasy type projects. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 177 BPM]
Epic humorous and goofy song with several changes in tempo and mood. The song is sung by a man recently dumped. He is recounting the details of his break-up by imitating his ex (mockingly) and then responding as himself in the bridge and outro. A very broadway musical feel to the sound. Many orchestral instruments accompanied by rock drums and bass. Available as a vocal version and an instrumental version. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
Fun and cheeky, orchestral childrens music track. Mischievous, whimsical, naughty. Suitable for halloween, circus, kids show, trickery, animation, and much more. [Tempo: Fast / 156 BPM]
Playful / Casual / Joyful / Jovial / Leisurely Music. Light orchestra arrangement with marimba, piano and strings. Kids or Family oriented music. Fun and untroubled. [Tempo: Medium / 124 BPM]
Playful, quirky and light waltz music track made with small orchestra, mandolins and a piano. Structure consisted of 3 parts (A-B-A), no divided parts. Positive / Quirky / Playful Music. [Tempo: Medium / 140 BPM]
1930's era newsreel background, also circus or parade. Soundalike, historical, bouncy, happy. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 127 BPM]
A bright and upbeat, fun dancing tune. Suitable for kids, games, funny animals, street party, circus clowns, stage show and more. Playful, whimsical, happy. Accordeon, acoustic guitar, percussion, strings. [Tempo: Fast / 148 BPM]
A funny, happy-go-lucky music that combines elements of rockabilly, oompah, and punk rock. The verses have a laid-back country-rock vibe - then the chorus explodes into heavily distorted guitars, pounding drums, a brass section, and a cheesy organ. Well suited for comedy / quirky / fun scenes. Sounds like The Cramps, Blur, and The Kinks trying to play circus music. A lot of fun. [Tempo: Medium / 132 BPM]
A campy and quirky Italian flavored cue with a circus, comedic vibe. Features electric guitar, mandolin, accordion, bells and tuba. Works well for Italian parties, family party, cartoons, comedy, bumbling cops, inept crooks, Mediterranean travel and mischief. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 120 BPM]
Upbeat, quirky and unusual, this track is fun and slightly whacky. Opens with piano, pizzicato strings and xylophone, moving into a more bouncy and whimsical style. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 125 BPM]
With a bright & jaunty skip in the step, this mischievous romp pays homage to the golden age of whacky comedy film scores while still remaining ironic & contemporary sounding. The memorable hookline makes it a fun motif for radio & TV ads, cartoons, short films & games. Similar in style & sentiment to Elliot Simons’ ‘An Unfortunate Incident’, ‘Another Working Day’ and ‘A Midnight Symphony’. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 112 BPM]
A big bass drum, tuba, accordian & piano set out the 3-4 rhythm for a memorable melody line in this jaunty bohemian waltzer. Burlesque, boisterous and gloriously chubby. If you like this you may also like the Elliot Simons tracks 'An Unfortunate Incident' and 'Carnaval De Paris'. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 160 BPM]
Easy and quirky comedy music track made with various mallets and other instruments. Children / Happy / Light Music. Classic / Vintage sound. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 100 BPM]
A cute and funny Retro Video Game type track, with a cheeky melody. Funny, silly and happy. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 75 BPM]
A cheeky and fun nostalgic orchestral march a-la Wallace and Gromit. Reminiscent of old motivational films with a slightly wartime vibe. Upbeat. [Tempo: Medium / 120 BPM]
Bright & uplifting, this jaunty caper pays homage to the golden age of comedy film scores with its memorable hooks & bouncy, frolicking orchestration. A fun motif for radio & TV ads, cartoons, short films & games. Similar in style & sentiment to Elliot Simons’ ‘Hotel Tango’, ‘Another Lovely Day’ and ‘A Midnight Symphony’. [Tempo: Fast / 128 BPM]
Classical music by George Frideric Händel: Water Music Suite No. 2, HWV 349. Movement 15: Bourrée in D Major. Live orchestra recording, performed and recorded exclusively for Lynne Publishing. [Tempo: Medium / 0 BPM]
This is a fun piece of bizarre orchestral music in the style of Danny Elfman and Tim Burton films. Trumpet, clarinet and violin solos lead to a section of pounding low brass and marching snare drum. Nice for both comedic and serious horror as well as sci-fi. [Tempo: Fast / 140 BPM]
This track is upbeat, joyful and energetic. The pizzicato violin melody floats over a pulsating rhythm section of bass, synths, bells, harp and drums. Perfect for travel, light drama, commercials and comedy. [Tempo: Fast, Very fast / 170 BPM]
John P. Sousa's famous Liberty Bell march, classical marching band music. Also known as the theme music for the Monty Python Flying Circus. Recorded exclusively for Shockwave-Sound.com by D Hamilton. [Tempo: Medium / 115 BPM]
A procession of fire eaters, freaks and magicians mixed with the monochrome charm of a 1950's science fiction B movie. Mysterious, beautiful & grotesque in equal measures with just a pinch of ironic humour. A great Halloween track. There are two different mixes available: Version A has a "bubbly magic" sound which is not included in Version B. [Tempo: Medium / 90 BPM]
This amusing & magical leitmotif features lively pizzicato cellos as they tip toe towards a marching Mariachi trumpet line that vanishes into thin air, only to be replaced again by the creeping, mischievous cellos. Hotel Tango is matched in style & character to the other Elliot Simon’s tracks, Another Working Day, The Secret Path, A Midnight Symphony and An Unfortunate Incident. [Tempo: Medium / 107 BPM]
A charming, bright and cool cross-over between indie-pop and country-folk music. Jovial / Friendly / Homey / Positive. [Tempo: Medium / 100 BPM]
A light-hearted and quirky track with lots of interesting percussion and clapping. Unusual sounding instruments mixed with fun and upbeat melodies creates a happy mood. [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 160 BPM]
A quirky alternative circus song about people eating people. With bouncy guitars, harmonies, organ, mandolin, bass and drums. Bizarre rock waltz with shifting time signatures and dissonant riffs. Also available as an instrumental version. [Tempo: Medium / 75 BPM]
(Please note that Gershwin's compositions are public domain in the EU, but not in the USA. To use this music from within the USA, you need additional licensing from the rights holders. For more information search Wikipedia or Harry Fox Agency). [Tempo: Medium, Fast / 115 BPM]
Reminiscent of a small orchestra in a school play. Or perhaps a vintage fairytale record or children’s TV program. This jaunty, happy melody is enchanting and magical in equal measures. [Tempo: Medium / 87 BPM]
Mid-tempo Tango featuring accordeon, piano, bass, pizzicato string section and subtle drums. Tango dancing, retro show, freakshow, novelty. Also circus, musical caravan, fairground and merry-go-round etc. [Tempo: Slow, Medium / 84 BPM]
A cheeky and fun orchestral soundtrack led by pizzicato strings and clarinet. Light and fluffy, with a slightly vintage or 1940's orchestra feel. [Tempo: Medium / 111 BPM]
