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Chopin - Grand Valse Brilliante Opus 18 in E flat major (full length) - Bristling with energy, this lively waltz for solo piano surges with huge confidence and presence. Requires great skill from the performer to keep up with the pace. Regarded by some as the first of Chopin's waltzes to be published. . Classical, Chopin. 76 BPM. Frederic Chopin, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Chopin - Mazurka Opus 67 No.2 in G minor (full length) - Chopin composed many mazurkas, (a Polish folk dance), and this is one of his most familiar. Not too fast, but swirling and with a light playfulness, it has a calmer interlude before resuming the dance.. Classical, Chopin. 143 BPM. Frederic Chopin, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Chopin - Minute Waltz Opus 64 No.1 in D flat major (full length) - The tempo instruction on the score is 'molto vivace', (very lively), and it certainly is swift and joyous. A very famous piece which is used as the theme for the hugely popular BBC radio show 'Just A Minute'. . Classical, Chopin. 134 BPM. Frederic Chopin, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Chopin - Nocturne Opus 9 No.1 in B flat minor (full length) - A piano solo that starts peacefully and delicately before rising to an emotional crescendo, then dropping back to a serene finish. An atmospheric piece that showcases Chopin's mastery of the piano.. Classical, Chopin. 123 BPM. Frederic Chopin, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Chopin - Nocturne Opus 9 No.2 in E flat major (full length) - A very popular composition which has been used on countless productions and adverts. A lilting melody above a waltz like accompaniment gets more complex and intense as we're taken on an emotional journey.. Classical, Chopin. 112 BPM. Frederic Chopin, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Chopin - Nocturne Opus 15 No.2 in F sharp major (full length) - A tender start to this lovely piano solo. The middle section rises with increasing emotion before settling down with the piece ending very much as it had started in a calm and peaceful way.. Classical, Chopin. 89 BPM. Frederic Chopin, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Chopin - Waltz Opus 64 No.2 in C sharp minor (full length) - The start to this Chopin waltz is elegant and almost sedate. But then the contrast is shown by very fast sections that leave you whirling and spinning with delight. . Classical, Chopin. 131 BPM. Frederic Chopin, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Chopin - Waltz Opus 69 No.2 in B minor (full length) - The minor key of this waltz gives the piece a melancholic, almost sad feel. The soloist plays at a medium tempo without straying too far from the initial melody, then a more optimistic section lifts the gloom before it returns to melancholy to finish.. Classical, Chopin. 128 BPM. Frederic Chopin, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Debussy - Arabesque No.1 (L.66 number 1) (full length) - A beautiful, flowing introduction leads us into a magical fantasy. Sweet and tender, this is the first of Debussy's 'Deux Arabesques'. Written in E major and played at a slow tempo it gives a regal, emotional tone. Widely used in popular culture such as in TV themes and advertising. It has also been sampled by Alicia Keys and used in the video game 'Final Fantasy V'.. Classical, Debussy. 111 BPM. Claude Debussy, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Iradier - La Paloma (full length) - A solo guitar piece with hugely Hispanic and Latin overtones. This habanera, (or dance of Havana), has a wonderful swaying theme which transports you to exotic places and bars. Great for travel sequences.. Classical, Guitar. 116 BPM. Sebastian Iradier, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Chopin - Nocturne Opus 27 No.2 in D flat major (full length) - Beautiful melodies glide with effortless grace at the start of this famous Chopin piano solo. It becomes more intense before a soft ending. Used in many productions such as the James Bond film 'The Spy Who Loved Me'.. Classical, Chopin. 93 BPM. Frederic Chopin, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Debussy - Clair de Lune (full length) - Instantly recognisable, this beautiful work by Debussy is calm and soothing yet is intensely emotional in places. French for 'moonlight', this track is relaxing, reflective and simply delightful.. Classical, Debussy. 100 BPM. Claude Debussy, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Bach - Bourree in E minor BWV 996 (full length) - A typical baroque style piece. This was originally written by J.S.Bach as one of the movements in a suite composed for the lute. Popular with classical guitarists, it has a very rhythmical, almost march-like feel.. Classical, Bach. 131 BPM. Johann Sebastian Bach, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Bach - Prelude No.1 in C Major BWV 846 (full length) - Light and calm, this is a wonderful track for tender moments, romance, weddings, sentimental nostalgia and background music .This familiar piano solo by J.S.Bach is from the first book of 'The Well Tempered Clavier'. . Classical, Bach. 138 BPM. Johann Sebastian Bach, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Brahms - Waltz Opus 39 no.15 in A flat major (full length) - One of sixteen waltzes by Brahms which shows a really soft and sentimental side. The dynamics don't change too much so it has a very peaceful approach to let the flowing melodies shine through.. Classical, Brahms. 129 BPM. Johannes Brahms, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Chopin - Ballade No.1 Opus 23 in G minor (full length) - An emotional and complex piano solo which is alleged to be Chopin's attempt to reflect his unhappiness in Vienna. It has been widely used in films, (such as 'The Pianist'), and even in video games, 'Fallout 4').. Classical, Chopin. 92 BPM. Frederic Chopin, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Satie - Gnossienne No. 2 (full length) - The second Gnossienne has the instruction, 'avec tonnement', (with astonishment), to instruct the player to play slightly faster than the other two pieces. Still has lots of space and freedom of expression.. Classical, Piano. 102 BPM. Erik Satie, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Satie - Je te Veux (full length) - A waltz for solo piano which conjures up images of Paris and popular song around 1900. The title translates into, 'I Want You', and reflects the sentimental nature of the track. A wonderful backdrop for European productions. . Classical, Piano. 89 BPM. Erik Satie, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Schumann - Arabeske Opus 18 in C major (full length) - Playful melodies begin this intensely moving work. Schumann keeps the emotions ebbing and flowing as the dynamics rise and fall in this deeply accomplished composition which was written when he was just 29 years old.. Classical, Piano. 93 BPM. Robert Schumann, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Sor - Study in A minor Opus 31 No. 20 (full length) - A wonderful staccato performance is required to play this piece composed by Spanish classical guitarist Fernando Sor. Rigid and with a military feel, this piece marches off with confidence and positivity.. Classical, Guitar. 129 BPM. Fernando Sor, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Sor - Study in B minor Opus 35 No. 22 (full length) - A classical guitar study that is subtle, calm yet emotional and thought provoking. A simple melody is accompanied by a repetitive arpeggio which moves the piece along at a constant pace.. Classical, Guitar. 106 BPM. Fernando Sor, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Tarrega - Gavotte `Maria` (full length) - This gavotte, (French folk dance), for guitar is playful and buoyant. You can visualise the dancers from years gone by having fun at gatherings and parties. Fun and celebratory. . Classical, Guitar. 73 BPM. Francisco Tarrega, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Tarrega - Recuerdos de la Alhambra (full length) - An advanced tremolo technique is required to perform this complex and well known guitar piece. 'Memories of the Alhambra', transports you to a different place and has been used in productions such as the film, 'The Killing Fields', the American TV show, 'The Sopranos' and the British TV show, 'Out of Town'. . Classical, Guitar. 151 BPM. Francisco Tarrega, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Tarrega - Waltz `Isabel` (full length) - A delightful waltz for guitar by Francisco Terrega. Sweet and bright, the melodies jump around in a positive and upbeat way. The whole track is happy, lively and full of joy.. Classical, Guitar. 161 BPM. Francisco Tarrega, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Debussy - Arabesque No.2 (L.66 number 2) (full length) - The second of Debussy's Arabesques is faster, brighter and more lively. Although the two works are usually put in the '20th Century' classical music period, they are now being increasingly seen as a separate impressionistic style popular with European composers.. Classical, Debussy. 103 BPM. Claude Debussy, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Beethoven - Fur Elise (Bagatelle No.25 in A minor) (full length) - One of the most famous classical pieces for solo piano. Delightfully playful and hugely popular, its melodies over left hand arpeggios are instantly recognisable.. Classical, Beethoven. 161 BPM. Ludwig van Beethoven, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Carcassi - Etude Opus 60 No. 18 (full length) - A classical guitar study by Italian composer Matteo Carcassi. Sprightly and sparkling, this delightful piece is great to convey playful scenes. Has a hint of nobility and grandeur about it. . Classical, Guitar. 81 BPM. Matteo Carcassi, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Carulli - Andantino in G major (full length) - Short and sweet, this uplifting and delicate solo classical guitar piece is beautifully light and melodic. Airy and graceful, it is the perfect track for romantic encounters and serenading your loved one. . Classical, Guitar. 112 BPM. Ferdinando Carulli, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Satie - Gnossienne No. 1 (full length) - Slow, ('Lent' in French), and free-flowing, this track evokes an almost daydream like state. This is the first of three works to be given the name Gnossienne name by Erik Satie to reflect this new style of composition.. Classical, Piano. 122 BPM. Erik Satie, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media

Albeniz - Asturias (Leyenda) (full length) - Brooding and oozing passion, this cross between Spanish flamenco and classical styles is one of the most famous solo guitar pieces. Popular and dramatic, it was in fact originally written for the piano.. Classical, Guitar. 116 BPM. Isaac Albeniz, No-PRO. Library: Classical Music for Media