Tehillim

Steve Reich
(1981)
Moderate 120 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styledynamic vocals
Notes: Features steady pulse with repetitive melodic material and extended vocal lines derived from Hebrew text rhythms, creating a hypnotic yet rhythmically complex layered texture. Medieval percussion adds timbral diversity without harshness, maintaining an overall vibrant and structured flow.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksmild
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsmild

Tehillim is a minimalist choral work in four parts setting Hebrew Psalms to music, characterized by canons, repetitive patterns, and rhythms drawn directly from the spoken Hebrew text.

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Traditions: minimalism

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