Drumming

Steve Reich
(1971)
Intense 180 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range7/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styleinstrumental
Notes: Repetitive percussion patterns build through phasing and layering, creating hypnotic rhythmic density without harsh attacks. Timbral shifts from drums to mallets provide evolving texture but maintain steady pulse.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundspresent

Minimalist percussion composition in four sections using phasing, additive processes, and a single 12/8 rhythmic cell across tuned bongos, marimbas, glockenspiels, and piccolo/voice.

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Moods: energetic, introspective, transcendent

Traditions: minimalism, percussion ensemble

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