Free Royalty Free Music for Schools
SmartSound royalty free music is the only royalty free music that can be customized using our patented customization process. Try it now!
We offer free royalty free music for schools, for student projects, and personal use. You can also find a small selection of free royalty free music in our public free music section, and we have free royalty free music for YouTube videos.
Cartoon Capers
by Julie Meerbaum Bernstein | Steven Ray Bernstein
This frantic track evokes the spirit of children's TV cartoon classics. Perfect for scenes featuring excited, energetic children.
Nice Work
by Nick B Brown
This bouncy, happy acoustic number can boost the fun factor by 10. Try it on your next motivational reel.
Aether Dance
by Guennadi Malyshevski
Percolating percussiveness merge with atmospheric textures in this relaxing chillout selection.
Covert Operation
by Ron Sorbo
This secret agent jazz track can take on any mission, however challenging. Punchy brass phrases keep the sophistication at code orange.
Worlds Beyond
by Ron Sorbo
This bold and adventurous theme sets the stage for an epic tale. The expansive orchestration can whisk your viewer to other galaxies.
Young At Heart
by Francisco Becker
A light and uplifting orchestral waltz, ideal for adding a little cheer to your storyboard.
Pavane
by Jeff Marsh
Flute and classical guitar are featured in this delicately refined, passionate arrangement of Faure's classic. It could be poignantly used in a dramatic love story or a touching series of wedding photos.
Sparkling Smiles
by Pierre Gerwig Langer
A perky, poppy fun kids' number that can brighten up any project. Features exuberant brass lines.
Lucky Break
by Pierre Gerwig Langer
With a bouncy and fat foundation, this pop groove pours on the fun. Guaranteed to put a smile on your viewers.
Road Trip
by Guy Moon
Taking a cue from turn-of-the-century pop-rock trends, this cut captures the outdoor grit that is motorized sports.
Social Blindness
by Guy Moon
Sleekly grooved, and sometimes desolate, this track touches upon today's pop-rock sound. Works great as a narration bed.
Takin' A Drive
by Dor David Amarilio
Enjoy a leisurely amble down the backroads with this relaxing piece. Accordions and acoustic guitars provide a comforting feel in taking the path less traveled.
The Final Stand
by Chris O'Brien
Stoic strings over furious percussive hits give this piece a powerful sense of resurrection and renewal. Perfect for that moment when the good guys strike back.
Julie's Place
by Emerson Palame | Emilio Palame
Slide into a candlelit booth and dig the sounds of this jazz quintet going to work. A smokey track full of swingin' solos, perfect for all scenes that need a classy boost. Features muted trumpet, piano and vibes.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Can this music be used for commercial projects?
No, this music is not licensed for commercial use. A commercial project is any project that generates money or is created to promote a for-profit business or activity. If you would like to use music that is fully cleared for commercial use, check out our Royalty Free Music Library.
Can I use this music on my YouTube videos?
Yes, you can use the music in your personal home videos and in videos that you upload to a non-commercial YouTube account or for in-school projects. If you have an agreement with YouTube to earn money for your video, that would be considered a commercial use. If you would like to use music that is fully cleared for commercial use, check out our Royalty Free Music Library.
Can I use this music for a television broadcast?
If it is a public television broadcast, you should use our Royalty Free Music Library. You may use this music if the broadcast is only played within the school property.
Can we use this music in our Video Yearbook?
If you are selling the video yearbook, you should use our Royalty Free Music Library. If the videos are played in the classroom or provided at no charge to students, you may use this music.
My school doesn't have a .ORG or .EDU domain. What can I do?
If your school does not have a .ORG or .EDU domain, we will add an exception to our system if you are hosting the music on an school web site. Send us your school web site URL and request that we add it to our Free Music for Schools page. Note: If your domain name contains "school", "k12" or "college" please try it before sending the request because it may already work.
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