Song DNA
Misophonia Triggers
A classic jazz standard reinterpreted through Joe Pass's virtuosic guitar work, showcasing intricate melodies and harmonies.
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Moods: calm, contemplative
Traditions: jazz
How this song sits on each sensory axis
A dynamic range of 5/10 is within the normal pop-mix band. There is variation between verse and chorus, but it's the kind of variation most listeners encounter routinely.
Sudden changes: none. Transitions are musically signaled — nothing will surprise you if you're only half-listening.
Texture: smooth.
Predictability is medium — conventional structure overall, with one or two moments that deviate from what you'd expect.
Vocal style: instrumental.
Where this sits in Joe Pass's catalog
We have 20 songs from Joe Pass in the library. Of those, 16 are rated Safe, 4 Moderate, and 0 Intense. This song's dynamic range of 5/10 sits below the artist average of 5.7, making it the #15 most dynamic track of theirs in our library.
Other tracks from Virtuoso
We have 13 songs from this album. Overall, the album leans safe in sensory profile.
- All the Things You Are — safe DR 6
- How High the Moon — moderate DR 7
- Have You Met Miss Jones — safe DR 5
- Easy Living — safe DR 5
- Cherokee — moderate DR 7
- Sweet Georgia Brown — moderate DR 6
- Stars Fell on Alabama — safe DR 5
- For Django — safe DR 6
- Girl Talk — safe DR 6
- Sophisticated Lady — safe DR 5
- On a Clear Day — safe DR 5
- There Will Never Be Another You — safe DR 6
1973 context
Released in 1973. We have 297 songs from that year in our library, averaging a dynamic range of 6.4/10. This track is quieter / less dynamic than the year average. Explore more from the 1970s.
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Why this rating
We rate this song Safe because its dynamic range stays within our low-variance band, there are no unsignaled changes, and the texture and vocal style are both in the low-fatigue range. Our methodology uses an AND rule for Safe — a song has to clear every dimension to earn the rating.
Rating last reviewed: 2026-04-17. Reviewed by the Music I Want editorial team against the documented methodology.
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Frequently asked about "Night and Day"
Quick answers pulled from the song's sensory analysis.
What is the sensory intensity of "Night and Day" by Joe Pass?
"Night and Day" by Joe Pass rates as Low-Intensity. Dynamic range 5/10, no sudden changes, smooth texture. Our Low-Intensity rating means no single dimension triggers the higher-intensity thresholds.
How loud is "Night and Day" — what is its dynamic range?
"Night and Day" has a dynamic range of 5/10. Within normal pop-mix variation. Movement between verse and chorus but nothing dramatic.
Does "Night and Day" have sudden or surprising changes?
No. "Night and Day" has no sudden unsignaled changes. Every transition is musically telegraphed.
What is "Night and Day" best for?
In our library "Night and Day" is recommended for: deep listening, relaxation. These tags are assigned only where the song's sensory profile genuinely supports the use case.
When was "Night and Day" released?
"Night and Day" is from 1973, on the album "Virtuoso". It appears in our 1970s catalog.
What is the emotional mood of "Night and Day"?
We tag "Night and Day" as calm, contemplative. Moods are tonal descriptors based on how the song reads emotionally — separate from the sensory intensity axes.
What is the vocal style of "Night and Day"?
The vocal style is instrumental.
Should I listen to "Night and Day"?
If you want gentle, low-arousal music, "Night and Day" is a solid pick — Low-Intensity across every sensory dimension.
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