Melodies that have accompanied Polish Christmas celebrations for generations, presented in a variety of arrangements and instrumental settings. From classical arrangements to contemporary interpretations.

Christmas Carols, Hey Carols!

Christmas across Europe has its own musical traditions. Selected carols and festive pieces reflect their diversity – from familiar melodies to lesser-known compositions.

Christmas in Europe

Lightness, freedom, and positive energy resonate in compositions with a distinct rhythm. These are sounds full of character and musical expression.

On the Wave

The time of the solstice brings the energy of change and a new rhythm of nature. Compositions with a subtle pulse and natural flow celebrate light, movement, and harmony. Discover pieces inspired by this unique moment.

In Bettwen

Present on the media market since 1994 as a music library for film, theatre, documentaries, and media. Showcasing works by Polish composers — from symphonic forms to contemporary electronic sounds and inspirations rooted in Slavic folklore.

Studio H

Days grow longer, light becomes ever more present, and everyday life slowly takes on a new rhythm. Subtle compositions with a gentle pulse lead toward the fullness of spring. Discover pieces that follow this transition.

Rhythm of Spring

One of the world’s leading record labels, founded in 1992 in Warsaw by Małgorzata Polańska and Lech Tołwiński. Working with outstanding artists of different generations, DUX releases have received major awards, including the Fryderyk, ICMA, and the Classical MIDEM Award.

DUX Recording Producers

A subtle collection of compositions inspired by nature’s renewal, celebrating lightness of sound and artistic optimism perfect for spring days. Discover sounds that awaken emotions like the first rays of the spring sun.

Awakening

A single composition, many moods, styles, and techniques. This folder showcases works that, thanks to the distinctive craft of our composers, form musical collages full of contrast and unexpected transitions.

Music in Flux

Musical ideas conveyed without traditional melody, but through contemporary compositional techniques. This selection features unusual, abstract works that intrigue with their concept, form, and sonic character.

Slightly Off the Rails

Some timbres and harmonies can only be achieved with a large instrumental ensemble. This collection presents selected works for symphony orchestra, most of them recorded live.

Symphonic

Melancholy and passion, subtlety and distinctive rhythm. Discover selected compositions that reveal the many faces of tango – one of the most distinctive musical genres.

Faces of Tango

Inspired by the spiritual dimension of Easter – from the silence and reflection of Good Friday to the light and hope of the Resurrection. Choral textures, organ tones and subtle compositions build a sacred atmosphere, guiding through the experience of passion and renewal.

Passion and Renewal

Molto adagio from Träume am Kamin Op. 143, composed by Maximilian Reger for piano solo.

Träume am Kamin, Op. 143, 3rd mov. Molto adagio

Molto sostenuto from Träume am Kamin Op. 143, composed by Maximilian Reger for piano solo.

Träume am Kamin, Op. 143, 7th mov. Molto sostenuto

Sheherazade from Masques Op. 34, composed by Karol Szymanowski for piano.

Masques Op. 34, 1st mov. Sheherazade

Don Juan’s Serenade from Masques Op. 34, composed by Karol Szymanowski for piano.

Masques Op. 34, 3rd mov. Don Juan’s Serenade

Tantris the Clown from Masques Op. 34, composed by Karol Szymanowski for piano.

Masques Op. 34, 2nd mov. Tantris the Clown

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country & region

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glass harmonica

timbales

toy piano

ukulele

vocoder

wurlitzer organ

zither

zourna (oboe)

amusement park

autumn

awards

b-movie

cabaret

carnival

carousel

cheer

swirling

atonal

ballad

big beat

bossa nova

cantilena

desert

club dance/techno

binary form (ab)

Far East

family/light comedy

gregorian chant

film noir

fitness

castanets

homofonic form

impressionistic

polifonic form

polka

reggae

Russia

samba

ternary form (aba)

timpani

halloween

jungle

musical

romantic comedy

sea/ nautical

sitcom

slow motion

trailer

snare drum

wedding

vaudeville/ burlesque

alarms

animals

coins

crowd

crying

DJ samples

DJ scratch

drums

dripping

explosions

foot tapping

grandfather clock

human

lasers

laughter

machinery

harpsichord

office

rain

record crackle

robot

scat

shimmer

shout

siren

sparkle

clarinet

tap dancing

telephone

typewriter

video games

vinyl

vocalise

voices

whoosh

waves

varied

brass band

brass section

string orchestra

string section

Ireland

Scotland

tambourine

instrumental solo

Classical period

bells fx

magic

martial arts

religion of the far east

mood change

cyclic form/ suite

rondo

variation

bluesy

fast | slow

slow | fast

groovy

ratchet

electroacoustic ensemble

beguine

woodwinds

Brazil

guiro

hip-hop

footsteps

christmas carol

18th century

wind instruments

song

mazurka

concerto

sonata

double bass

Germany

virtuoso

vocal ensemble

fidel

well known

motet

Belgium

Netherlands

Austria

cowbell

Romania

bansuri

tanpura

16th century

17th century

dilruba

kantele

Czech Republic

trio

Impressionism

Hungary

early music ensemble

unknown

string baryton

Modernism

Neoclassicism

viola da gamba

positive organ

Denmark

combo

mandore

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