Lonnie's Lament

John Coltrane
Crescent (1964)
Moderate 92 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturesmooth
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styleinstrumental
Notes: Introspective jazz ballad with melancholic, prayer-like melody and floating modal improvisation over a steady swing rhythm, featuring warm saxophone tones and unaccompanied bass solo. Gentle builds in intensity without harsh disruptions.

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Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A wistful, modal jazz ballad from John Coltrane's Crescent album, characterized by its pretty theme with Japanese flavors, complex chord patterns, and extended improvisations.

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Moods: introspective, melancholy, reflective

Traditions: modal jazz

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