Waltz No. 1

Elliott Smith
Moderate 90 BPM
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Sensory Profile

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Stylesoft vocals
Notes: Ethereal and dreamy with a sustained vocal opening that creates an otherworldly quality. The sparse instrumentation and windswept arrangement provide breathing room without jarring transitions.

Misophonia Triggers

Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsmild
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A reflective waltz in D♭ Lydian that uses the raised fourth scale degree to create a sophisticated, haunting melody with a warm yet melancholic character.

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Moods: contemplative, dreamy, melancholic, reflective, spacious

Traditions: alternative, indie rock, singer-songwriter

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