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Ornette Coleman
The Shape Of Jazz To Come (1959)
Intense 236 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmoderate
Texturecomplex
Predictabilitylow
Vocal Styleinstrumental
Notes: Fast-paced free jazz with high event density and syncopation creates a dense, unpredictable auditory experience; wide pitch ambitus and swing groove add textural complexity without harshness.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

Avant-garde jazz track featuring Ornette Coleman's alto sax leading a quartet in free-form improvisation over a swinging groove.

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Moods: energetic, intense, rebellious

Traditions: avant-garde jazz, free jazz

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