St. Thomas

Sonny Rollins
Saxophone Colossus (1956)
Moderate 207 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styleinstrumental
Notes: Upbeat calypso rhythm with steady swing and moderate density creates an engaging but not overwhelming flow; tenor sax leads with melodic repetition and variations in a tight range, supported by piano, bass, and drums.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

A hard bop calypso jazz standard featuring Sonny Rollins on tenor saxophone with a Latin groove in C major, known for its masterful solo development.

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Moods: energetic, playful, uplifting

Traditions: calypso, hardbop

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