Music by Leif Chappelle

The music catalogued on these pages represent a body of work collected over the years from all assorted genres and styles. Feel free to take a listen, read up on a few descriptive snippets, or even post some feedback on a particular piece.

  • Styles

    Theme BGM Groove Cinematic Ambiance Introduction Action

  • Instrumentation

    Solo Chamber Orchestral Electro-acoustic Rock Electronic Jazz Chiptune

  • Descriptors

    Looping Haunting Playful Nostalgic Retro Beautiful Contemplative Live
    Delicate World Chill Episodic Chaotic

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    In Real Time

    An extended version of the original intro/theme I wrote for 1up.com’s podcast Active Time Babble. The whole thing is an homage to classic Final Fantasy battle themes, including its own little victory theme. Spot the references!

    71 Listens | 11.27.09 | Download
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    Breath of Air

    Written as a potential intro to a podcast, this tune could be used for any sort of introduction. It utilizes a retro-style melodic structure, but with a more modern set of synths.

    201 Listens | 01.15.09 | Download
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    Lighthearted Play

    A small vignette of a scene between several children and their games. They run by, screaming and laughing, and quickly turn around a corner down the street.

    37 Listens | 07.04.08 | Download
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    Along the Road

    It is a flawless day for the adventurers as they set out into the noon day. Several younger members of the party run ahead in weaving paths as the elders stay near the wagon, its wheels creaking softly as it goes.

    34 Listens | 04.14.08 | Download
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    Misty Plateau

    A demo piece written for a project I ultimately wasn’t hired for, but I liked the music well enough to keep it around. Imagined as the transition from an industrial steampunk city into the wooded glory of the outside world at dawn.

    40 Listens | 04.07.07 | Download
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    Birth of Eternity

    Written to be a showcase of a hybrid style of orchestra enhanced with synths like some bizarre cyborg. This piece was born as a reaction to an earlier tune that attempted the same mood but ultimately failed.

    24 Listens | 03.14.07 | Download
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    Under a Blanket of Grey

    A collaboration with fellow composer Scott Cairns for a project demo. Scott wrote the melody, while I orchestrated it out as a bit of a haunting waltz. While the project never fleshed out, I’m especially proud of this part of it.

    20 Listens | 12.02.06 | Download
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    Just on the Coast

    Rhodes, vibes, bass and a brush kit. Sun, sand, shade and a reclining spirit.

    20 Listens | 07.03.06 | Download
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    African Groove

    A very simple little rhythmic pattern that duets a kora and marimba while djembe and drums fill out the percussion. Could possibly be used as menu music.

    10 Listens | 03.01.06 | Download