Sometimes, you don't need lyrics to tell a story. A melody alone is worth a thousand words. Understated elegance and nuance are the keys to these elements. If you are looking to create lush sonic landscapes, these instrumental music elements are for you.

Acid Jazz Instrumentals

Swanky, Elegant, Sophisticated

Acid jazz instrumentals with a touch of soul

Artists:

Vibraphonic, Brand New Heavies, Incognito

Big Band Instrumentals

Swinging, Classic, Familiar

Energetic, swingin' jazz from the '30s & '40s

Artists:

Artie Shaw, Gene Drupa, Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington

Chill Classic Jazz Instrumentals

Elegant, Cool, Unobtrusive

A mellow collection of classic jazz instrumentals

Artists:

Stéphane Grappelli, Miles Davis, Modern Jazz Quartet

Chill Modern Lounge Instrumentals

Cool, Mellow, Hip

Chilled-out modern lounge without the lyrics

Artists:

Koop, Wax Poetic, Tosca, 9 Lazy 9

Classic Jazz Instrumentals

Sophisticated, Classy, Timeless

Traditional jazz instrumentals

Artists:

Chet Baker, John Coltrane, Miles Davis, Cannonball Adderley

Instrumental Guitar

Classy, Peaceful, Tasteful

Light acoustic guitar melodies

Artists:

Leo Kottke, Ottmar Liebert + Luna Negra, Al Petteway, Kohala

Instrumental Piano

Refined, Serene, Attractive

Sophisticated piano instrumentals

Artists:

Danny Wright, Dave Brubeck, Liz Story, Chick Corea

Instrumental Piano & Guitar

Stylish, Passive, Elegant

Eclectic blend of piano and guitar instrumentals

Artists:

Gipsy Kings, David Benoit, Charlie Byrd Trio

Light Classical Chamber

Serene, Elegant, Polished

Refined instrumentals from the classical canon

Artists:

Akiko Ebi and Hiroshi Koizumi, Grumiaux Trio

Light Classical Ensemble

Formal, Regal, Uplifting

Elegant ensemble instrumentals from all eras

Artists:

Academy Of St. Martin In The Fields, London Chamber Orchestra

Light Classical Solo

Intimate, Refined, Sincere

Inspirational solos throughout the ages

Artists:

Andras Schiff, Alfred Brendel, Friedrich Gulda, Scott Ross

Modern Lounge Instrumentals

Jazzy, Eclectic, Light

Modern lounge without the lyrics

Artists:

Nightmares On Wax, Up, Bustle And Out, Lusine, Blue Six

Smooth Jazz Instrumentals

Light, Luminous, Casual

Smooth instrumental jazz melodies

Artists:

Dave Koz, Boney James, Peter White, Hiroshima