When Will the Blues Leave?

Ornette Coleman
Something Else!!!! (1958)
Moderate 160 BPM
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Song DNA

Dynamic Range6/10
Sudden Changesmild
Texturelayered
Predictabilitymedium
Vocal Styleinstrumental
Notes: Up-tempo swing with blues structure delivers energetic yet contained intensity through interactive alto sax and piano play; halting, mysterious phrasing adds subtle unpredictability without harsh abrasion.

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Mouth Soundsnone
Percussive Clicksnone
Breathing Soundsnone
Repetitive Micro-soundsnone

A blues tune from Ornette Coleman's early quintet featuring swinging alto sax improvisation over conventional jazz forms with piano, trumpet, bass, and drums.

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Moods: energetic, playful, rebellious

Traditions: bebop, free jazz

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