Prominent Reed Instruments

Use of instruments like clarinet, zurna, duduk, or bagpipes with a distinct folk tone.

Balkan/Eastern European Folk Style

Melodic, harmonic, and rhythmic characteristics typical of Balkan or Eastern European folk music.

Melodic Ornamentation

Frequent use of trills, rapid grace notes, and vibrato in melodies.

Music incorporating elements of Balkan/Eastern European folk traditions, featuring characteristic reed instruments and ornamented melodies.


Industrial Sound Design

Metallic percussion, scraping, and noise elements.

Heavy Electronic Rhythms

Driving, often distorted drum machine patterns.

Distorted Synthesis

Saturated basslines and synth textures.

Aggressive Electronic Tone

Intense, forceful, and abrasive mood.

Heavy distorted rhythmic electronic music industrial sound design elements


DJ Scratching

Vinyl manipulation and scratching sounds.

Electronic Drum Beats

Programmed or machine-generated drum patterns.

Vocal Sampling

Use of sampled or manipulated vocal phrases.

Synth Pads

Sustained synthesized harmonic textures.

Electronic rhythms, DJ scratching, vocal sampling, synthesized textures.


Acoustic Fingerpicking

Individual notes plucked on acoustic guitar strings.

Electric Distorted Riffs

Overdriven or distorted electric guitar playing repeating melodic or rhythmic patterns.

Guitar Focus

Guitar is the primary instrument and central musical element.

Contrasting acoustic fingerpicking and electric distorted guitar riffs


Sustained Tones

Long, held notes or textures.

Electronic Textures

Synthesizers, processed sounds, electronic effects.

Atmospheric Soundscape

Focus on mood and environment through sound.

Music featuring sustained tones, electronic textures, and atmospheric qualities.


Synthesizer Focus

Music created predominantly with synthesizers.

Electronic Production

Production relies on electronic techniques and instruments.

Synth Pads/Atmospheres

Sustained synthesizer sounds forming atmospheric textures.

Rhythmic Synth Patterns

Repetitive or arpeggiated rhythmic sequences from synthesizers.

Filter Effects

Application of resonant filtering or sweep effects.

Music created using synthesizers and electronic production, featuring pads, rhythmic patterns, and effects.


Accordion Lead Melody

Prominent melodic lines played by accordion or similar reed instrument.

Balkan/Klezmer Instrumentation

Characteristic ensemble including accordion, brass, fiddle, and folk percussion.

Lively Dance Rhythm

Driving tempo and rhythmic patterns suitable for folk dancing.

Ornamented Melodic Style

Melodies featuring rapid runs, trills, and grace notes typical of the genre.

Musical style characterized by accordion, brass, and fiddle, lively dance rhythms, and ornamented melodies.


Electronic Sound Generation

Sounds primarily generated or synthesized electronically.

Abrasive Timbres

Presence of harsh, grating, or distorted sonic qualities.

Repetitive Sound Patterns

Short audio segments or motifs repeated frequently.

Non-Traditional Sound Sources

Incorporation of sounds like scratching, sirens, or animal calls as musical elements.

Rapid Sound Manipulation

Techniques involving fast modulation, repetition, or pitch changes.

Use of electronic, often abrasive and non-traditional sounds, frequently manipulated and arranged in repetitive patterns.


Piano Lead

Prominent use of piano as a primary melodic or harmonic instrument.

Strings Arrangement

Inclusion of orchestral strings (violins, cellos) providing harmonic or melodic support.

Slow Tempo

Music performed at a consistently slow pace.

Melancholic/Calm Mood

Overall atmosphere is reflective, calm, or melancholic.

Consonant Harmony

Harmonic language is primarily consonant, avoiding significant dissonance.

Piano and strings, slow tempo, melancholic and calm atmosphere, consonant harmony.


Synthesized Instrumentation

Use of electronic synthesizers for melodies, pads, basslines, and textures.

Electronic Rhythms

Rhythmic elements created using drum machines, sequencers, or electronic percussion.

Audio Manipulation/Sampling

Techniques involving sampling, scratching, or electronic processing of audio.

Music produced using electronic instruments, synthesis, and digital audio manipulation.


Environmental Noise

Sounds from nature like wind or water.

Mechanical Noise

Sounds from machines or vehicles.

Recording Artifacts

Sounds related to recording medium like vinyl crackle.

Noise Integration

Non-musical background sounds mixed with musical elements.

Non-musical environmental and mechanical sounds mixed with music.


Pipe Organ

Sound of a large pipe organ, often with sustained tones and harmonic movement.

Brass/Marching Band

Ensemble featuring brass and percussion, characterized by rhythmic drive and melodic lines.

Wind Instruments

Musical sound primarily produced by air or wind passing through instruments.

Primary musical sound derived from wind instruments.


Acoustic Guitar

Prominent use of acoustic guitar, often fingerpicked or gently strummed.

Slow Tempo

Music generally performed at a slow or moderately slow pace.

Melancholic Mood

Evokes feelings of sadness, introspection, or reflection.

Acoustic Instrumentation

Features primarily acoustic instruments including guitar, piano, and strings.

Acoustic instrumentation, slow tempo, melancholic mood.


Orchestral Strings

Prominent use of bowed string instruments creating a rich texture.

Piano

Piano used for melody, harmony, or accompaniment.

Slow Tempo

Music characterized by a slow, deliberate pace.

Melancholic Mood

Music conveying a sense of sadness, longing, or introspection.

Film Score Style

Musical style characteristic of cinematic soundtracks, often emotional and atmospheric.

Slow tempo, orchestral and piano instrumentation, melancholic and romantic mood, characteristic of film scores.


Synthesizer Pads

Sustained, evolving synthetic textures creating atmosphere.

Electronic Rhythms

Programmed or electronic drum patterns providing rhythmic drive.

Synthesized Bass

Bass frequencies generated by synthesizers, often prominent.

Music featuring synthesized sounds, including atmospheric textures and electronic rhythms.


Wind Instruments

Prominent use of wind instruments such as flutes, clarinets, and bassoons.

Flute Melody

Melodic lines frequently carried by a flute or similar high-pitched woodwind instrument.

Contemplative Style

Musical style often evoking a sense of contemplation, melancholy, or serenity.

Melodic focus on wind instruments, primarily flutes, in a contemplative musical style.


Bowed String Instruments

Features instruments played with a bow, such as cello, violin, or viola.

Classical Music Style

Music style consistent with classical or orchestral genres.

Prominent Cello

Cello is frequently featured and often carries the main melody or bass line.

Melancholic/Dramatic Tone

Overall mood is often somber, dramatic, or melancholic.

Classical music, prominent bowed string instruments, especially cello, melancholic/dramatic tone.


Ritualistic Vocals

Repetitive or wordless chanting and singing styles.

Tribal Percussion

Distinctive drum sounds and rhythmic patterns evoking tribal or ethnic styles.

Atmospheric Wind Instruments

Flute-like or other wind sounds creating atmosphere.

Music evoking ritual or spiritual practices, featuring repetitive vocals, tribal percussion, and atmospheric wind instruments.


Acoustic Guitar

Prominent use of acoustic guitar as a primary melodic or harmonic instrument.

Fingerpicking/Arpeggios

Guitar parts frequently utilize fingerpicking or arpeggiated patterns rather than strumming.

Calm/Melancholic Mood

Overall emotional tone is often calm, reflective, or melancholic.

Acoustic Instrumentation

Emphasis on acoustic instruments, minimal or no electronic production or heavy percussion.

Acoustic guitar prominence, often fingerpicked or arpeggiated, contributing to a calm or melancholic atmosphere with acoustic instrumentation.


Electronic Lead Timbre

Distinctive synthesized or electronic sound quality of the main melodic instrument.

Prominent Melody

Clear, often simple and catchy, melodic lines are the focus.

Synthesized Instrument

The primary melodic sound source is electronic or synthesized.

Distinctive electronic melodic lead sound.


Electric Guitar

Prominent electric guitar presence.

Technical Guitar Playing

Fast, complex lead guitar techniques including runs and arpeggios.

Distortion

Electric guitar tone often features distortion.

Fast, technical, distorted electric guitar lead playing.


Sampled Percussion

Use of recorded acoustic percussion sounds, including hand drums and resonant drums.

Electronic Processing and Glitches

Application of digital effects, noise, and glitch sounds.

Sampled Acoustic Melodic Instruments

Use of recorded acoustic melodic instruments like strings, piano, and oud.

Sampled Voice

Inclusion of recorded human voice or spoken word.

Combination of sampled acoustic sounds from diverse sources with electronic processing and digital effects.


Acoustic Guitar

Primary instrument, providing harmonic and rhythmic foundation.

Fingerpicking/Gentle Strumming

Guitar playing style characterized by intricate fingerwork or soft strumming.

Male Vocals

Singing voice present in several clips.

Melancholic Mood

Overall emotional tone is somber, introspective, or sad.

Acoustic guitar-based music, often fingerpicked, featuring male vocals and a melancholic emotional quality.


Acoustic Drums

Use of acoustic drum kits or hand drums.

Rhythmic Focus

Emphasis on percussive rhythmic patterns.

Drum Kit

Features standard drum kit instrumentation.

Prominent acoustic or acoustic-style percussion forming rhythmic foundation.


Acoustic Guitar

Primary or sole instrument.

Fingerpicking

Common guitar playing technique.

Vocal Performance

Expressive singing, often melancholic or romantic.

Melancholic/Romantic Mood

Prevailing emotional atmosphere.

Music centered on acoustic guitar, often fingerpicked, frequently conveying melancholic or romantic moods.


Acoustic Guitar

Primary instrument featured.

Strumming

Main playing technique used on the guitar.

Folk/Acoustic Style

Overall genre characteristics.

Music centered around acoustic guitar strumming.


Vinyl Crackle

Surface noise, pops, and hiss from vinyl records.

Record Scratching

Sound effect from manipulating a record on a turntable.

Audio characteristics of vinyl records including surface noise and manipulation sounds.


Church Bells/Chimes

Slow, resonant metallic percussion.

Cowbell/Rhythmic Metallic Percussion

Rhythmic metallic percussion driving the beat.

High-pitched metallic percussion patterns.

Prominent and varied metallic percussion.


Accordion

Prominent use of accordion as a lead or rhythmic instrument.

Balkan/Eastern European Folk Style

Musical style characteristic of Balkan or Eastern European folk traditions, featuring specific melodic and rhythmic patterns.

Lively Tempo

Generally fast or energetic pace.

Brass Section

Inclusion of brass instruments, such as tuba or trombone, often providing rhythmic or harmonic support.

Energetic Balkan/Eastern European folk music featuring prominent accordion, often with brass and percussion.


Bowed Strings

Music prominently featuring instruments played with a bow, such as violins, violas, cellos, or double basses.

String Ensemble

Multiple bowed string instruments playing together, creating a layered texture.

String Melody

Melodic lines carried by bowed string instruments.

Music characterized by the use of bowed string instruments, often in an ensemble setting.


Latin Male Vocals

Male vocals singing in a Latin language with a distinct melodic and rhythmic delivery.

Latin Acoustic Guitar

Acoustic guitar playing melodic and rhythmic figures characteristic of Latin music.

Latin Percussion Rhythms

Specific rhythmic patterns featuring percussion instruments common in Latin music.

Distinct Latin musical style featuring male vocals, acoustic guitar, and characteristic percussion rhythms.


Sustained Tones

Long, held, or slowly changing tones.

Ambient Texture

Atmospheric and textural sound quality.

Low Frequency Focus

Emphasis on bass and sub-bass frequencies.

Evolving Sound

Gradual development and change in timbre or pitch.

Sustained, evolving tones creating atmospheric textures with low frequency emphasis.


Four-on-the-floor Beat

Consistent kick drum pulse on every beat (1, 2, 3, 4).

Electronic Drums

Drum sounds generated electronically or by drum machine.

Synth Bassline

Repetitive bassline played by a synthesizer.

Repetitive Loops

Recurring rhythmic, melodic, or harmonic phrases.

Driving rhythmic structure, electronic instrumentation, repetitive loops, four-on-the-floor beat characteristic of EDM.


Piano

Prominent use of acoustic or electric piano as a primary instrument.

Strings/Pads

Use of sustained string or synth pad sounds providing atmospheric texture.

Melancholic Mood

Overall emotional tone is reflective, sad, or melancholic.

Arpeggios

Frequent use of broken chords, particularly on the piano.

Slow Tempo

Music is generally at a slow to moderate pace.

Expressive piano playing, often with arpeggios, supported by atmospheric strings/pads, conveying a melancholic or reflective mood at a slow tempo.


Siren/Alarm Tones

Sounds characterized by rising/falling pitch or rapid oscillation, typical of emergency or warning sirens.

Resonant Horns

Deep, sustained tones with a distinct timbre, often used for signaling over distance.

Bell/Chime Sequences

Rhythmic or melodic patterns produced by bells or chimes, often used for time signals or calls.

Electronic Pulses/Tones

Synthesized sounds, often repetitive or oscillating, used for electronic alerts or signals.

Functional audio signals for warning, alerting, or calling attention.


Acoustic Guitar

Guitar played acoustically.

Electric Guitar

Guitar played electrically, often with effects like distortion.

Guitar as Primary Instrument

Guitar holds a central melodic, harmonic, or rhythmic role.

Diverse Guitar Techniques

Includes fingerpicking, strumming, distorted riffs, and clean melodies.

Music featuring the guitar as the main instrument, exploring different sounds and playing methods.


Vinyl Noise

Presence of surface noise and crackle characteristic of vinyl records.

Sampling

Musical phrases and sounds appear to be lifted from existing recordings.

DJ Scratching

Audible sounds of vinyl records being manipulated back and forth.

Hip-Hop/Breakbeat Rhythm

Rhythmic patterns characteristic of hip-hop or breakbeat music.

Lo-fi Aesthetic

Overall sound quality and production style suggesting a lo-fidelity approach.

Music production heavily utilizing vinyl records as a source, incorporating sampling, scratching, and characteristic vinyl noise.


Sustained Synth Pad

Continuous, atmospheric synthesized sound providing harmonic texture.

Consistent Percussive Rhythm

Steady, repetitive high-frequency rhythmic pattern, likely shaker or hi-hat.

Whip/Swish Sound Effect

Sharp, transient sound effect resembling a whip crack or fast swish.

Presence of sustained synth/pad, consistent percussive rhythm, and recurring whip/swish sound effect.


Studio Recording Quality

Audio exhibits characteristics of being recorded in a controlled studio environment, featuring high fidelity and minimal ambient noise or live performance artifacts.

Clean Production

The sound is generally clean and well-mixed, without significant unintended distortion or lo-fi characteristics.

Absence of Live Artifacts

No discernible audience noise, significant uncontrolled room echo, or other sounds typically associated with live performance recordings.

Audio produced in a controlled studio environment with high fidelity and clean mixing.


Layered Percussion Rhythms

Complex, interlocking rhythmic patterns created by multiple percussion instruments.

Resonant Percussion Instruments

Use of instruments sounding like woodblocks, claves, or similar resonant wooden/metallic objects.

Hand Drumming

Inclusion of hand drums (congas, bongos, etc.) in the rhythmic texture.

Plucked String Accompaniment

Presence of a plucked string instrument providing rhythmic or melodic support in some sections.

Traditional/Folk Aesthetic

Overall sound and instrumentation suggest a non-Western traditional or folk music style.

Focus on complex, layered rhythms using diverse percussion instruments including woodblocks and hand drums, characteristic of traditional styles.


Folk Flute

Prominent melodic wind instrument, likely a folk flute such as a ney or kaval.

Middle Eastern/Balkan Influence

Musical style incorporates elements of Middle Eastern, Balkan, or Mediterranean folk traditions.

Expressive Ornamentation

Melodic lines feature significant ornamentation including trills, vibrato, and slides.

Prominent folk flute melodies with Middle Eastern/Balkan stylistic elements and expressive ornamentation.


Metallic Percussion

Rhythmic sounds produced by hitting metal objects.

Ambient Electronic Pads

Sustained, atmospheric synthesized textures.

Vocal Sampling

Use and manipulation of recorded vocal snippets.

Distinct Instrumental Timbre

Prominent, characteristic sound of specific instruments.

Spoken Narrative

Inclusion of speech or descriptive voice.

Integration of a wide range of sound sources including traditional instruments, electronic textures, found sounds, and voice.


Sub-bass

Presence of very low frequencies, often felt rather than distinctly heard.

Low-frequency Drones

Sustained, non-rhythmic sounds in the deep bass range.

Deep Basslines

Rhythmic or melodic patterns in the lower frequency spectrum.

Electronic Production

Sounds characteristic of synthesizers and electronic processing.

Consistent emphasis on deep bass and sub-bass frequencies, manifesting as drones, pads, or rhythmic basslines.


Prominent Wind Instruments

Music featuring wind instruments as primary melodic or lead voices.

Reedy/Breathy Timbre

Characteristic sound quality of the wind instruments used, often associated with clarinets, flutes, or similar.

Melodic Focus

Wind instruments typically play the main melodic lines.

Folk/Traditional Influence

Many examples draw upon styles and scales found in folk or traditional music.

Music characterized by the leading role of melodic wind instruments, often with a reedy timbre and folk influences.


Piano Focus

Piano is the primary or sole instrument.

Melodic & Harmonic

Emphasis on clear melodies and harmonic progressions played on the piano.

Expressive Playing

Performance style features dynamic range and emotional phrasing.

Music centered around the piano as the main instrument.


Electronic Music

Music produced using synthesizers, drum machines, and electronic sounds.

Dance Music

Characterized by a driving rhythm and tempo suitable for dancing.

Synthesizer Bass

Prominent basslines generated by synthesizers.

Four-on-the-floor

Consistent kick drum pattern on every beat.

Upbeat Tempo

Relatively fast and energetic pace.

Electronic dance music with driving rhythm, synth bass, and upbeat tempo.


Rhythmic Pulse

Presence of a discernible beat or rhythmic pattern.

Melodic Content

Presence of a distinct tune, riff, or melodic line.

Combination of rhythmic pulse and melodic content forming distinct musical ideas


Metallic Percussion

Sounds produced by striking metallic objects.

Resonance and Sustain

Percussive sounds feature significant ringing and decay.

Rhythmic Structures

Sounds are organized into distinct rhythmic patterns.

Bell-like Timbre

Timbre is characteristic of bells, gongs, or similar resonant metal instruments.

Rhythmic patterns created using resonant metallic percussion instruments.


Lo-fi Audio Quality

Audio quality characterized by noise, hiss, pops, or filtering, creating a vintage or degraded aesthetic.

Vinyl Sounds

Includes sounds like vinyl surface noise, clicks, pops, and deliberate scratching effects.

Vintage Synthesizers

Synthesized sounds with a retro character, often featuring glide or specific analog/early digital timbres.

Sample-Based Elements

Incorporates short audio segments or voices taken from other recordings.

Deliberate use of lo-fi audio quality, vinyl artifacts, and vintage electronic sounds.


Synthesizer Use

Primary use of synthesizers as the sound source.

Synth Pads

Presence of sustained, atmospheric synthesizer pads.

Electronic Music

Overall style is electronic, not acoustic.

Filtering Effects

Application of dynamic filtering (e.g., low-pass) to synth sounds.

Sequenced Synth Patterns

Inclusion of rhythmic, repeating synth sequences or arpeggios.

Electronic music production centered around synthesizers, featuring atmospheric pads, sequenced patterns, and filtering effects.


Electronic Production

All sounds are electronically generated or processed, no acoustic instruments are prominent.

Synthesizer Bass

A prominent, often repetitive bassline created with synthesizers is a core element.

Driving Rhythm

Propulsive, often repetitive drum machine or sequenced beats provide the rhythmic foundation.

Acid Synth Elements

Distinctive resonant filter sweeps and squelchy sounds characteristic of acid synthesis are present in several clips.

Electronic soundscape, prominent synth basslines, driving and repetitive rhythmic structures, incorporating elements of acid synthesis.


Bowed Strings

Prominent use of instruments played with a bow, such as violins, violas, and cellos.

Plucked Strings

Use of instruments like acoustic guitar, harp, or similar plucked strings.

String Melodies

String instruments carrying significant melodic content.

String Textures

String instruments providing harmonic support, rhythmic patterns, or atmospheric textures.

Diverse String Usage

String instruments featured in various musical styles including folk, classical, cinematic, and pop.

Music characterized by the prominent and varied use of string instruments.


Brass Instruments

Presence of brass instruments, primarily trombones and possibly trumpets.

Muted Brass

Brass instruments played with mutes, often creating a 'wah-wah' effect.

Plunger Mute

Specific use of a plunger mute on brass instruments.

Brass Glissandi

Frequent use of slides or glissandi on brass instruments.

Brass instruments utilizing mutes and glissandi for expressive sound effects.


Electronic Textures

Use of synthesized sounds and non-acoustic timbres.

Audio Processing

Application of effects like reverb, distortion, and vocal manipulation.

Creation of distinct sonic textures and atmospheres using electronic processing and synthesis.


Chime Instrument

Primary sound source is a chime or bell-like instrument.

Percussive Bells

Some instances feature distinct, percussive bell strikes.

Sustained Tones

Some instances feature longer, resonating bell tones.

Varying Tempo/Rhythm

Different clips exhibit variations in speed and rhythmic complexity.

Sounds characteristic of clocks or timekeeping devices, featuring chimes or bells with varying rhythms and sustain.


Lead Melody

A clear, prominent melodic line is present.

Diverse Lead Instruments

The instrument playing the lead melody varies across clips (e.g., wind, brass, strings, synth).

Melodic Focus

The primary musical interest is placed on the melody rather than rhythm or harmony.

Distinct, leading melodic line is the primary focus.


Piano Lead

Piano is the primary melodic and harmonic instrument.

Sustained Pads/Strings

Use of sustained orchestral strings or synth pads for harmonic support and atmosphere.

Slow to Moderate Tempo

Consistent tempo range, generally slow or moderate.

Melancholic/Reflective Mood

Overall emotional quality is often melancholic, calm, or reflective.

Tonal Harmony

Music is based on tonal harmony, often with complex chords and arpeggios.

Music featuring prominent piano, supported by sustained pads or strings, characterized by a slow to moderate tempo and a melancholic or reflective mood, utilizing tonal harmony.


Drones

Sustained, unchanging or slowly evolving tones or textures.

Industrial Textures

Sounds resembling machinery, metal, or industrial environments.

Noise Elements

Inclusion of sounds typically considered noise, distortion, or static.

Atmospheric Soundscapes

Creation of immersive sonic environments, often dark or unsettling.

Atonal/Non-melodic

Absence of traditional melodic lines or harmonic progressions.

Sustained, often dissonant or noisy sounds; focus on texture and atmosphere; industrial/dark ambient feel.


Distorted Guitars

Prominent use of heavily distorted electric guitars playing riffs and power chords.

Heavy Drumming

Powerful and often fast drumming with strong kick, snare, and cymbal presence.

High Energy

Music characterized by fast tempos and dynamic intensity.

Aggressive Tone

Overall sound is loud, intense, and sometimes features harsh or shouted vocals.

Music characterized by distorted guitars, heavy drumming, and high energy.


Piano

Prominent use of piano for melody, harmony, or accompaniment.

Strings

Inclusion of string instruments (violins, cello, etc.) for melodic lines or sustained textures.

Orchestral/Cinematic

Arrangement style characteristic of film scores or orchestral pieces.

Melancholic Mood

Pervasive sad, emotional, or reflective atmosphere.

Slow Tempo

Music generally performed at a slow or deliberate pace.

Orchestral and piano instrumentation, melancholic emotional tone, slow tempo.


String Instrumentation

Prominent use of string instruments, both acoustic and synthesized.

Dramatic/Melancholic Tone

Prevailing emotional mood is often dramatic, tense, or melancholic.

Sustained String Textures

Long, held notes or pads created by strings or string-like sounds.

Synthesized/Processed Strings

Presence of electronic or heavily processed sounds mimicking strings.

Music characterized by prominent, often sustained, string instrumentation, conveying a dramatic or melancholic mood.


Piano Music

Music primarily featuring the piano as the main instrument.

Slow Tempo

Music characterized by a slow pace or tempo.

Melancholic Mood

Music conveying a feeling of sadness, reflection, or melancholy.

Ambient Production

Production style using effects like reverb to create a spacious, atmospheric sound.

Piano-driven music slow tempo melancholic mood ambient production


Sustained Pads/Harmony

Sustained harmonic or atmospheric sounds providing a continuous textural layer.

Reverb/Spatial Effect

Application of spatial processing like reverb to enhance depth and atmosphere.

Consistent presence of sustained harmonic/atmospheric textures and spatial processing.


Piano

Prominent use of acoustic piano, often playing chords or melodic lines.

Strings

Inclusion of string instruments, providing sustained harmony or counter-melodies.

Melancholic Harmony

Harmonic progressions creating a sad, reflective, or melancholic mood, often in minor keys.

Cinematic Atmosphere

Overall musical style evokes a sense of drama, emotion, or background score for visual media.

Piano and strings instrumentation, melancholic harmonic language, cinematic emotional tone.


Percussive Focus

Music driven by percussive elements.

Hand Drum Sounds

Timbre characteristic of hand drums.

Intricate Rhythms

Complex or detailed rhythmic patterns.

Music centered on percussive sounds and rhythmic patterns.


Prominent Melody

Many clips feature a clear, leading melodic line.

Harmonic Basis

Clips are built upon underlying harmonic structures or progressions.

Tuned Instrumentation

Music created using instruments or sound sources capable of producing distinct, organized pitches.

Music characterized by the presence and organization of distinct pitches, forming melodies, harmonies, or rhythmic patterns using tuned instruments/sounds.


Piano Lead

Prominent use of piano, often playing the main melody or harmonic foundation.

String Ensemble

Inclusion of orchestral strings, providing harmonic support or counter-melodies.

Melody Focused

Music centered around clear, expressive, and often lyrical melodic lines.

Tonal Harmony

Utilizes traditional tonal harmony with rich chord voicings and progressions.

Slow Tempo

Music generally performed at a slow to moderate pace.

Cinematic/Classical Style

Overall aesthetic reminiscent of film scores or modern classical music.

Music featuring prominent piano and strings, emphasizing expressive melodies and tonal harmony, typically at a slow tempo, characteristic of cinematic or modern classical styles.


Orchestral Instrumentation

Use of acoustic orchestral instruments including strings, brass, and percussion.

Cinematic/Dramatic Tone

Music designed to evoke strong emotions, often used in film scores or trailers.

Prominent Strings

Emphasis on string section melodies, harmonies, and textures.

Brass Elements

Inclusion of brass instruments for power and dramatic effect.

Orchestral music with dramatic and cinematic qualities.


Timbre

Unique tonal quality distinguishing different sound sources.

Temporal Variation

Sound characteristics changing over time.

Frequency Content

Presence of sound energy across a spectrum of frequencies.

Dynamics

Variations in sound intensity or loudness.

Presence of fundamental sonic properties inherent to all sound.


Synthesizer Focus

Heavy reliance on synthesizers for melodic, harmonic, and textural elements.

Electronic Rhythm Section

Rhythmic foundation provided by drum machines and synthesized bass sounds.

Atmospheric Synth Pads

Use of sustained synthesizer pads to create mood and texture.

Electronic Production

Overall sound is produced using electronic instruments and techniques.

Electronic music production featuring synthesizers for melody, harmony, and atmosphere, supported by electronic rhythms.


Sustained Tones

Musical sounds held for an extended duration without significant melodic or rhythmic change.

Low Frequency Drone

Sustained tones primarily in the lower frequency spectrum.

Resonant Texture

Sounds exhibiting noticeable resonance or sustain characteristics.

Ambient Quality

Sounds contributing to atmosphere or background texture.

Sustained, non-melodic sounds creating atmosphere or texture.


Low Drone

Sustained low-frequency sound or tone.

Minimal Percussion

Sparse, often repetitive percussive hits or simple rhythmic figures.

Atmospheric Texture

Focus on sustained sounds and percussive elements creating a mood rather than strong melody or complex rhythm.

Repetitive Rhythms

Simple, repeating rhythmic patterns in the percussion.

Sustained low-frequency tones combined with sparse, repetitive percussive elements creating an atmospheric texture.


Piano

Prominent use of piano, often playing melodic or harmonic roles.

Strings

Inclusion of string instruments (violins, cellos) providing harmonic or melodic support.

Melancholic Mood

Overall emotional tone is sad, introspective, or melancholic.

Slow Tempo

Music generally progresses at a slow to moderate pace.

Minor Harmony

Frequent use of minor keys or chords contributing to the mood.

Music characterized by a melancholic mood, featuring piano and strings, typically at a slow tempo with minor harmonies.


Distorted Electric Guitar

Prominent use of electric guitar processed with distortion.

Rock Instrumentation

Features electric guitar, bass guitar, and drums.

Heavy Distortion Effect

Audio effect applied to guitar signal creating a fuzzy, gritty, or heavy sound.

Music characterized by electric guitar processed with heavy distortion, supported by a rock rhythm section.


Piano Music

Music featuring the piano as the primary or dominant instrument.

Slow Tempo

Music characterized by a slow to moderately slow pace.

Reflective Mood

Music conveying a calm, introspective, or melancholic atmosphere.

Tonal Harmony

Music based on traditional tonal harmonic structures and progressions.

Piano-centric music, slow tempo, calm and reflective mood, tonal harmony.


Piano Focus

Piano is the central and dominant instrument.

Melancholic Tone

Music conveys a sad, reflective, or introspective emotional quality.

Sustained Harmonies

Frequent use of sustained chords or notes creating resonance and depth.

Piano-centric music characterized by a melancholic or introspective mood and sustained harmonic textures.


Prominent Bass Line

The bass instrument is clearly audible and plays a central role in the mix.

Bass as Foundation

The bass provides the primary rhythmic and harmonic structure.

Walking Bass Pattern

A specific bass pattern characterized by stepwise motion, often found in jazz.

Synthesized Bass Sound

Bass sounds produced by electronic synthesizers.

Acoustic Upright Bass

Bass sounds produced by a plucked acoustic upright bass.

Music characterized by a prominent bass line serving as the primary rhythmic and harmonic foundation.


Expressive Lead Melody

A prominent, distinct melodic line is present, often carrying significant emotional weight.

Vibrato

Significant pitch modulation is applied to sustained notes in the melodic lines.

Folk/Traditional Style

The musical style draws heavily from folk or traditional music traditions, particularly from Eastern Europe, the Middle East, or the Balkans.

Wind Instrument Lead

A wind instrument (such as clarinet or zurna) frequently plays the main melodic line.

Ornamentation

Melodic lines feature decorative elements like trills, turns, or rapid grace notes.

Highly expressive, vibrato-rich, and often ornamented melodic lines characteristic of folk and traditional music styles, frequently played by wind instruments.


Electronic Instrumentation

Use of synthesizers and electronic percussion.

Synthesizer Pads

Sustained synth textures providing atmosphere.

Electronic Drums

Percussion sounds generated electronically.

Retro Electronic Sound

Production and sound design evoking 1980s electronic genres.

Music featuring synthesizers and electronic drums, often with atmospheric pads and a retro feel.


Low Pitch

Audio content exists primarily in a very low frequency range.

Sustained Tones

Sounds are often held for long durations.

Audio Processing

Evidence of effects like pitching down, distortion, or resonance enhancement.

Resonance

Sounds often have a resonant quality.

Audio processed and pitched down to exist predominantly in the low frequency range, often featuring sustained, resonant tones.


Solo Piano

Music performed solely on a piano.

Slow Tempo

Music played at a slow pace.

Melancholic Mood

Music evoking sadness or reflection.

Classical/New Age Style

Musical style typical of classical or new age piano pieces.

Solo piano performance slow tempo melancholic reflective style


String Instruments

Presence of orchestral or synthesized string sections, often playing sustained or melodic lines.

Piano

Inclusion of piano, providing harmonic support or melodic counterpoint.

Dramatic/Melancholic Mood

Overall emotional tone is serious, dramatic, or melancholic.

Cinematic Quality

Music evokes the style and atmosphere of film scores or soundtracks.

Dramatic, emotionally resonant music featuring strings and piano, evoking a cinematic atmosphere.


Electronic Dance Music

Music produced electronically with a focus on rhythmic drive for dancing.

Techno/Trance Influence

Stylistic elements common in techno and trance subgenres, including tempo and sound design.

Driving Electronic Beat

Consistent, propulsive drum machine rhythm, often four-on-the-floor.

Synthesizer Dominance

Primary use of synthesizers for basslines, pads, and melodic elements.

Arpeggiated Synthesizer Pattern

A prominent, often repetitive, melodic or rhythmic pattern generated by an arpeggiator on a synthesizer.

Electronic music with driving rhythms and a central arpeggiated synthesizer motif.


Brass Section

Presence of multiple brass instruments, primarily trumpets.

Prominent Trumpet

Trumpets playing leading melodic lines or strong rhythmic figures.

Upbeat Tempo

Music generally has a fast or medium-fast pace.

Latin Influence

Rhythmic and melodic elements suggestive of Latin music genres like salsa or mambo.

Music driven by prominent brass sections, especially trumpets, featuring upbeat rhythms often associated with Latin styles.


Large Bells

Resonant, metallic percussion sounds, similar to church bells.

Chanting/Singing

Vocal performance, possibly group singing or chanting, often accompanying the bells.

Music featuring large resonant bells, often combined with chanting or singing.


Breakbeat Rhythm

Syncopated and often complex electronic drum patterns.

Heavy Electronic Bass

Prominent, often distorted or processed bass frequencies and synth bass.

Distorted/Processed Sounds

Use of distortion, filtering, and other effects on instruments and vocals.

Fast Tempo

Generally high beats per minute.

DJ Scratching

Turntablism techniques used as a rhythmic or textural element.

Electronic Production

Music created using synthesizers, drum machines, and digital audio processing.

Fast breakbeat rhythms, heavy distorted electronic bass, extensive sound processing.


Reedy Wind Instrument

Prominent melodic instrument with a distinct reedy, often piercing timbre.

Zurna/Mizmar/Surnay

Double-reed wind instrument common in Middle Eastern, North African, and Balkan music.

Traditional/Folk Style

Music characterized by traditional melodies, instrumentation, and rhythmic patterns.

Music centered around a prominent reedy wind instrument, such as a Zurna, played in a traditional or folk style.


Atmospheric Pads/Drones

Sustained, evolving synth or string-like textures creating a background atmosphere.

Vocal Segments

Sections featuring singing or spoken word.

Rhythmic Elements

Sections featuring drum beats or percussive sounds like scratching.


Bowed String Instruments

Prominent use of bowed string instruments, primarily cello and double bass.

Low Frequency Strings

Emphasis on the lower register provided by instruments like cello and double bass.

Plucked String Instruments

Presence of plucked string instruments such as guitar or bass in some sections.

Music primarily featuring string instruments, with a strong emphasis on bowed low strings.


Jazz Trio/Quartet Instrumentation

Core instrumentation includes piano, upright bass, and drums, frequently augmented by saxophone.

Jazz Genre

Musical style characterized by improvisation, syncopation, and specific harmonic structures.

Walking Bass Line

A bass line that typically moves stepwise or uses arpeggios, outlining chord changes.

Swing Rhythm

A rhythmic feel where pairs of notes are played with a long-short duration pattern.

Jazz music featuring piano, bass, and drums, often with saxophone, utilizing walking bass lines and swing rhythms.


Woodwind Instruments

Primary sound source is woodwind instruments, including reed instruments.

Acoustic Recording

Sound is produced acoustically, not electronically.

Melodic Content

Focus on melodic lines and phrases.

Reed Timbre

Distinct reedy sound characteristic of instruments like clarinets or oboes.

Acoustic woodwind melodies with prominent reed timbre.


Tuned Percussion/Bells/Chimes

Instruments producing clear, resonant, bell-like melodic tones.

Piano Melody

Piano playing simple, clear melodic lines.

Melodic Focus

Strong emphasis on distinct, memorable melodic lines.

Clear/Resonant Timbre

Sound quality characterized by brightness, clarity, and resonance.

Music characterized by clear, resonant, melodic tones from instruments like tuned percussion, bells, chimes, and piano.


Ambient Drone Texture

Sustained, resonant sonic layers creating atmosphere.

Heavy Distortion Texture

Dense, aggressive sound from amplified and distorted instruments.

Acoustic Brass Timbre

Distinct, bright sound quality of brass instruments.

Noise Manipulation (Scratching)

Rhythmic use of non-musical sound via turntable scratching.

Exploration and juxtaposition of distinct sonic textures including drones, distortion, acoustic timbres, and noise elements.


Ambient Soundscape

Features natural or environmental sounds, primarily wind and water.

Low-Frequency Drone

Includes a continuous or recurring low-frequency sound element or rumble.

Atmospheric Pads/Synth

Incorporates sustained synthetic sounds or pads contributing to an atmospheric mood.

Sparse Piano

Features infrequent piano notes or chords within the soundscape.

Ambient soundscapes characterized by environmental sounds and low-frequency drones.


Orchestral Instrumentation

Music performed primarily by classical orchestral instruments including strings, brass, woodwinds, and percussion.

Cinematic Style

Composed in a style commonly used for film scores, designed to evoke specific moods and narrative elements.

Melodic Focus

Emphasis on prominent and expressive melodic lines carried by various orchestral sections.

Music featuring orchestral instrumentation, composed in a cinematic style with a focus on melody and evoking various emotional states.


Rhythmic Vocalization

Vocal sounds used primarily for rhythmic effect rather than melody.

Repetitive Vocal Phrases

Short vocal phrases or sounds are frequently repeated.

Chanting or Shouting

Vocal style involves chanting or shouting rather than traditional singing.

Cross-Genre Application

The vocal technique is applied across various musical genres.

Rhythmic, repetitive vocal chanting or shouting used as a primary musical element across diverse genres.


Sustained Pads

Long, held notes or chords from synthesized or sampled sources providing harmonic and textural background.

Atmospheric Texture

Creation of a spacious, ambient, or ethereal soundscape through sustained sounds.

Synthesized Sounds

Use of electronic synthesis or samples as the primary source for musical textures.

Music characterized by sustained, atmospheric synthesized pad sounds.


Brass Instruments

Prominent use of instruments such as trumpets, trombones, and tubas.

Brass Melody

Brass instruments frequently carry the main melodic lines.

Brass Ensemble

Multiple brass instruments often play together as a section or band.

Music characterized by the central role and prominence of brass instrumentation.


Distorted Electric Guitar

Heavy, often fast guitar riffs with significant distortion.

Fast Drumming

High tempo percussion with prominent kick drum (often double bass) and cymbals.

Aggressive Vocals

Vocal delivery characterized by shouting, screaming, or growling.

High Energy Performance

Music characterized by intense speed and power.

Heavy, fast-paced music featuring distorted electric guitars, rapid drumming, and aggressive vocal delivery.


Wind Instruments Prominence

Music heavily featuring woodwind (clarinet, saxophone) and brass instruments.

Ensemble Performance

Music played by a group of instruments rather than a solo performer.

Brass and Woodwind Ensemble

Specific instrumentation focusing on brass and woodwind instruments playing together.

Folk/Traditional/Jazz Influence

Styles reminiscent of traditional folk music, Klezmer, Balkan brass, or early jazz.

Music characterized by the prominent use of brass and woodwind instruments in an ensemble context, drawing on various folk, traditional, and jazz styles.


Electronic Instrumentation

Music produced using synthesizers, drum machines, and electronic effects.

Driving Rhythm

Consistent, propulsive rhythmic foundation, often featuring a four-on-the-floor kick drum pattern.

Synth Bass

Prominent, often repetitive bassline played by a synthesizer.

Repetitive Synth Patterns

Recurring melodic or arpeggiated figures played by synthesizers.

Electronic music characterized by driving rhythms, synth bass, and repetitive synth patterns.


Turntablism

Technique of manipulating vinyl records on turntables for musical effect, creating rhythmic and percussive sounds.

Sampling

Incorporating pre-existing audio fragments, such as vocal snippets, into a new composition.

Electronic Sound Processing

Alteration or creation of sound using electronic tools and methods, including synthesis and effects.

Methods for transforming and utilizing diverse audio sources through technical manipulation.


Audio Scratching

Specific DJ technique involving rhythmic manipulation of audio playback.

Audio Sampling

Incorporation of pre-recorded audio segments from diverse sources.

Mixed Audio Sources

Combination of distinct audio types including music, speech, and sound effects.

Combination and manipulation of diverse audio sources including music, speech, and effects, utilizing techniques like scratching and sampling.


Prominent Brass Instruments

Music where brass instruments (trumpets, trombones, tubas, horns) are a central and dominant element.

Brass Ensemble

Brass instruments are frequently played together in sections or as a primary ensemble.

Melodic Brass

Brass instruments often carry the main melodic lines.

Music characterized by the dominant presence and often melodic role of brass instruments, appearing in various ensemble contexts.


Acoustic Instrumentation

Music primarily featuring acoustic instruments such as piano, guitar, wind instruments, and strings.

Melodic Focus

Emphasis on clear, prominent, and often lyrical melodic lines.

Melancholic or Expressive Mood

A prevailing emotional tone that is often reflective, sad, or deeply expressive.

Prominent Piano

Frequent use of piano as a primary melodic or harmonic instrument.

Prominent Wind Instruments

Recurring presence of wind instruments (like clarinet, flute, oboe) playing significant melodic roles.

Prominent String Instruments

Inclusion of string instruments (like cello, viola) contributing melodic or harmonic content.

Acoustic music centered on strong melodies, often conveying a melancholic or expressive mood, featuring piano, wind, and string instruments.


Male Vocals

Melodic singing by a male vocalist.

Guitar-Driven

Prominent use of guitar, both acoustic and electric.

Rock Instrumentation

Features drums, bass guitar, and guitar as core instruments.

Rock Genre

Music characterized by electric and acoustic guitars, drums, bass, and melodic male vocals.

Music featuring male vocals, guitar, bass, and drums, characteristic of the rock genre.


Prominent Brass

Dominant use of brass instruments, forming the core of the ensemble.

Trumpet Melodies

Trumpets frequently carry the main melodic lines.

Lively Percussion

Energetic rhythmic foundation provided by percussion.

Folk Style

Musical style drawing heavily from Balkan or Eastern European folk traditions.

Lively folk music featuring prominent brass sections, often led by trumpets, supported by energetic percussion.


Ambient Style

Focus on atmosphere and texture, minimal or absent rhythmic structure.

Synthesizer Pads

Sustained, evolving synthesized harmonic textures.

Atmospheric Soundscapes

Creation of immersive sonic environments or moods.

Electronic Production

Reliance on electronic sound generation and processing.

Synthesized atmospheric textures, sustained pads, focus on mood and environment.


Lead Woodwinds

Prominent melodies by clarinet or saxophone-like instruments, often with vibrato and ornamentation.

Brass Section/Lead

Rhythmic and melodic brass instrumentation, characteristic of Balkan styles.

Fiddle/Violin

Melodic lines played by violin or fiddle.

Melodic Ornamentation

Frequent use of vibrato, trills, and rapid embellishments on melodic instruments.

Eastern European Folk Style

Overall musical language drawing from traditions like Klezmer and Balkan music.

Musical style rooted in Eastern European folk traditions, characterized by expressive woodwinds, rhythmic brass, and ornamented melodies.


Hand Drum Sounds

Percussion sounds produced by striking a drum with hands, featuring distinct tonal variations.

Slap and Open Tones

Specific hand drumming technique producing high-pitched 'slap' sounds and lower 'open' sounds.

Talking Drum

Likely instrument producing the hand drum sounds with variable pitch via tension, characterized by slap and open tones.

Distinctive hand drum sounds featuring contrast between high-pitched slap and lower open tones


Bell Timbre

The characteristic resonant metallic sound quality of bells and chimes.

Chime Sounds

Sounds produced by chimes, often with a clearer pitch than large bells.

Resonant Metallic Percussion

Use of instruments producing resonant metallic tones, such as bells or chimes.

Music featuring the distinctive resonant metallic sounds of bells and chimes.


Sustained Tones

Musical elements characterized by sounds held for extended durations without significant rhythmic articulation.

Electronic Textures

Sounds primarily generated or heavily processed using synthesizers or electronic means.

Atmospheric Pads

Layered, sustained sounds creating a background texture or mood.

Drones

Continuous, unchanging tones or notes held throughout a passage.

Sustained electronic sounds creating atmospheric textures and drones.


Brass Instruments

Presence of brass instruments.

Trombones/Low Brass

Prominent use of trombones or similar low brass instruments.

Varied Brass Textures

Brass instruments used for melodic, rhythmic, and sustained textures.

Pervasive presence and varied use of brass instruments, particularly trombones


Sustained Tones

Long, continuous musical notes or chords.

Modulation Effects

Application of vibrato, detuning, or filtering causing pitch or timbre variation on sustained sounds.

Drone Quality

Continuous or slowly changing pitch/harmony serving as a foundation.

Short Percussive Transients

Brief, sharp, non-pitched percussive sounds like snaps or cracks.

Recurring use of sustained, modulated drone-like sounds and short percussive transients.


Pipe Organ

Prominent use of the distinctive sound of a pipe organ, including deep bass notes and higher registers.

Bells

Inclusion of various bell sounds, such as large church bells and tuned bells or carillon.

Sacred/Classical Atmosphere

Musical style and instrumentation evoke a sense of grandeur, solemnity, or a religious/classical setting.

Primary use of pipe organs and various types of bells, creating a distinct atmospheric soundscape.


Hand Drum Percussion

Distinctive sound and rhythmic patterns of hand drums like tabla or darbuka.

Acoustic String Instruments

Presence of acoustic guitar or similar plucked/bowed string instruments.

Non-Western Musical Elements

Use of scales, rhythms, and instrumentation common in music outside Western traditions.

Focus on distinctive hand drum percussion and associated rhythmic patterns.


Acoustic Instrumentation

Prominent use of acoustic instruments, particularly plucked strings like guitar.

Melancholic Mood

Overall emotional tone is introspective, sad, or melancholic.

Focus on Melody and Harmony

Emphasis on melodic lines and harmonic progressions rather than rhythmic drive.

Vocal Presence

Some clips feature vocals, often with a similar emotional quality.

Acoustic instrumentation, melancholic mood, focus on melody and harmony.


Bagpipes

Distinct wind instrument featuring a chanter for melody and drone pipes for sustained harmony.

Drone

Sustained harmonic tone produced by the drone pipes of the bagpipes.

Folk/World Music

Musical styles often incorporating traditional melodies, acoustic instruments, and cultural influences.

Music prominently featuring bagpipes with characteristic chanter melodies and drone sounds, often in folk or world music contexts.


Bell Sounds

Presence of sounds produced by bells or objects with similar resonant metallic qualities.

Chime Sounds

Inclusion of sounds resembling chimes, often higher pitched and more melodic than typical bells.

Tuned Percussion

Use of percussion instruments that produce specific pitches, such as carillons or tubular bells.

Electronic/Synthesized Bells

Bell or chime sounds generated electronically or through synthesis.

Prominent use of bell and chime sounds across various musical contexts.


Electronic Music

Music produced using electronic instruments and techniques.

Synthesizer Arpeggios

Repeating patterns of notes played on synthesizers, often fast and rhythmic.

Driving Electronic Beat

A consistent, propulsive rhythmic foundation, likely from a drum machine.

Trance Music Elements

Musical characteristics commonly found in Trance, such as synth pads, arpeggios, and driving rhythm.

Synth Pads

Sustained synthesizer sounds providing atmospheric or harmonic background.

Electronic music featuring driving rhythms, prominent synthesizer arpeggios, and atmospheric synth pads, indicative of Trance or similar genres.


Harmonic Bells

Multiple bells ringing together creating harmonic or chordal textures.

Female Vocals

Singing by a female voice in various styles.

Piano/Keyboard

Piano or keyboard instrument sounds.


Bell Tones

Presence of resonant bell sounds.

Bell Ringing

Rhythmic or melodic patterns produced by striking bells.

Resonant Acoustics

Sound of bells recorded in a space with significant natural reverberation.

Music primarily featuring resonant bell sounds and rhythmic ringing patterns.


Sustained Synth Pads

Long, evolving synthesizer chords providing harmonic and atmospheric background.

Electronic Drums

Programmed drum beats, typically at a moderate or slow tempo.

Atmospheric Sound Design

Use of synthesizers and effects to create a spacious, often moody, sonic environment.

Downtempo/Trip-Hop Influence

Musical style characterized by slower tempos, electronic production, and atmospheric elements.

Electronic music featuring atmospheric synth pads and downtempo rhythms


Glissando/Portamento

Continuous sliding from one pitch to another.

Wind Instrument Glissando

Glissando performed on wind instruments.

String Instrument Slide

Pitch sliding technique used on string instruments.

Vocal Slide/Portamento

Sliding between vocal pitches.

Electronic Pitch Sweep

Synthesized or processed sound with continuous pitch change.


Operatic Vocals

Sustained female vocal timbre with prominent vibrato, classical or operatic style.

Sustained String Timbres

Sustained pitches from bowed string instruments (cello/violin), often featuring vibrato or oscillation.

Sustained, expressive acoustic sounds from classical/operatic sources (vocals, bowed strings), often featuring vibrato.


Low Brass Glissandi

Low brass instrument sounds featuring prominent glissandi and sustained notes.

Hip-Hop Production

Production style featuring hip-hop beats, basslines, and vocal samples.

Whimsical Timbres

Inclusion of sounds with a whimsical or mechanical character, such as bells or calliope.

Use of specific, characterful, and often non-standard sound sources and timbres.


Acoustic Guitar Fingerpicking

Guitar playing technique using fingers to pluck strings.

DJ Scratching

Turntablism technique manipulating recorded sound.

Acoustic Wind Instrument Melody

Melodic playing on acoustic wind instruments.

Music derived from acoustic sound sources or techniques manipulating acoustic recordings


Bell Sounds

Presence of sounds produced by bells, chimes, or similar resonant metallic percussion instruments.

Metallic Resonance

Characteristic ringing decay and sustain associated with struck metal instruments.

Tuned Percussion

Use of tuned bells or chimes to produce melodic or harmonic content.

Large Resonant Bells

Inclusion of deep, powerful strikes from large bells.

Music primarily featuring bells, chimes, or other resonant metallic percussion instruments.


Genre Diversity

Features distinct musical styles including folk, electronic, cinematic, and rock.

Instrumental Focus

Primarily instrumental compositions with minimal or sampled vocal elements.

Media Music Characteristics

Music exhibits traits common in production or library music, such as clear structure and mood-setting across varied styles.

Diverse instrumental music styles suitable for media use.


Deep Bass Frequencies

Prominent use of sounds in the deep bass and sub-bass range.

Low Frequency Drones

Sustained or slowly changing tones in the low frequency spectrum.

Industrial Lows

Sounds resembling heavy machinery or industrial processes in the low frequency range.

Scratched Low Frequencies

DJ scratching techniques applied to low frequency sound sources.

Emphasis on very low frequencies, including deep bass, sub-bass, drones, and industrial sounds.


Clarinet Lead

Prominent melodic lines played by a clarinet or similar reed instrument.

Balkan Rhythms

Characteristic rhythmic patterns often featuring hand drums or frame drums.

Folk Vocalization

Distinct vocal timbre and melodic style present in some sections.

Balkan folk music featuring prominent clarinet melodies and characteristic rhythms.


Wind Instruments

Use of instruments where sound is produced by blowing air, such as saxophones, clarinets, or brass.

Saxophone

Prominent inclusion of the saxophone, often playing melodic lines, riffs, or textures.

Brass Instruments

Presence of brass instruments, potentially trumpets or trombones, contributing to the overall sound.

Wind Melodies and Riffs

Wind instruments performing distinct melodic phrases or repeating rhythmic figures.

Music prominently featuring wind instruments, primarily saxophones and brass, in melodic, rhythmic, and textural roles.


Wind Instruments

Music prominently featuring instruments where sound is produced by air vibration.

Brass Instruments

Inclusion of instruments like trombones, tubas, or horns.

Reed Instruments

Inclusion of instruments like clarinets, bagpipes, or duduk.

Music prominently featuring wind instruments, including brass and reed instruments.


Plucked String Instruments

Dominant use of plucked string instruments such as oud, acoustic guitar, or similar lute-like instruments.

Regional Melodic Style

Melodic phrasing characteristic of Middle Eastern, North African, and Mediterranean music, often featuring ornamentation and specific scales (maqamat).

Bowed String Instruments

Inclusion of bowed string instruments like violin or kemenche playing melodic lines.

Regional Folk/Traditional Music

Musical styles consistent with traditional or folk music from the Middle East, North Africa, and the Mediterranean region.

Traditional/folk music featuring plucked and bowed string instruments, characteristic regional scales, and melodic ornamentation.


Sustained Synth Pads

Long, sustained synthetic tones creating atmospheric texture.

Electronic Rhythms

Driving beats and basslines produced electronically.

Atmospheric Soundscapes

Musical passages emphasizing texture, space, and sustained sounds.

Rock/Pop Arrangement

Use of electric guitar, bass, drums, and vocals in a song structure.

Use of sustained, atmospheric synthetic textures as a common element.


Balkan Folk Style

Musical style drawing from Balkan and Eastern European folk traditions.

Accordion

Prominent use of accordion as a melodic and harmonic instrument.

Driving Percussion

Energetic and rhythmic percussion patterns.

Modal Melodies

Melodies featuring scales with characteristics common in Balkan/Middle Eastern music (e.g., augmented seconds).

Violin/Fiddle

Use of violin or fiddle as a melodic instrument.

Music characterized by Balkan/Eastern European folk traditions, featuring acoustic instruments like accordion and violin, driving rhythms, and distinctive modal melodies.


Buzzing Low-Frequency Sound

A distinct, often distorted or buzzing sound present in the low-frequency range.

Sustained Drone Texture

The low-frequency sound is frequently sustained, creating a drone-like texture.

Electronic/Processed Timbre

The sound often has an electronic or heavily processed quality.

Pervasive low-frequency buzzing or distorted sound, often sustained.


Distinct Timbres

Unique sound character of instruments, voice, or synths.

Varied Sonic Palette

Wide range of acoustic, electronic, and vocal sound types.

Prominent Individual Elements

Musical ideas presented as clear, focused sounds.

Collection of distinct and varied musical timbres and textures.


Acoustic Guitar Focus

Prominent use of acoustic guitar, often as the main melodic or rhythmic element.

Melancholic/Introspective Mood

Consistent emotional tone characterized by introspection or sadness.

Moderate/Slow Tempo

Music generally maintains a relaxed pace, avoiding fast tempos.

Folk/Singer-Songwriter Style

Overall musical style aligns with acoustic folk or singer-songwriter genres.

Acoustic-driven music with an introspective or melancholic mood, typically at a moderate to slow tempo.


Reverberation

Presence of reflected sound creating a sense of space.

Spatial Effect

Production technique adding depth or width to the sound.

Presence of reverberation or spatial effects.


Brass Instruments

Music prominently featuring instruments from the brass family.

Sustained Brass Tones

Long, held notes played by brass instruments.

Brass Vibrato

Use of vibrato technique on brass instruments.

Brass Glissando

Sliding between notes on brass instruments.

Music centered around brass instruments, utilizing sustained tones and expressive techniques like vibrato and glissando.


Woodwind Lead Melody

Expressive melodies played by woodwind instruments, often with a melancholic quality.

Brass Section Passages

Rhythmic and melodic sections featuring brass instruments.

Marching Rhythms

Percussive and rhythmic patterns characteristic of marching music.

Melancholic Mood

Overall emotional tone of sadness or longing in slower melodic sections.

Contrasting instrumental styles featuring expressive woodwind melodies and rhythmic brass/percussion with marching characteristics.


Brass Instruments

Presence of brass instruments, including energetic sections and low brass.

Sustained Notes and Drones

Long, held notes or drone-like sounds from various instruments.

Low Brass

Distinct sound of tuba or similar low brass instrument playing sustained notes.

Prominent use of brass instruments, particularly low brass, alongside sustained notes and drones.


Distorted Guitars

Prominent use of heavily distorted electric guitars playing riffs and power chords.

Fast Drums

High tempo drumming often featuring double bass pedal and aggressive patterns.

Aggressive Vocals

Vocals ranging from harsh screams to powerful, sometimes melodic, singing.

Driving Rhythm

A strong, propulsive rhythmic foundation created by drums and bass.

High-energy music featuring distorted guitars, fast drums, aggressive vocals, and driving rhythms.


Prominent Bassline

Music features a central, often melodic or complex, bassline.

Steady Rhythmic Groove

Music maintains a consistent, driving, and often syncopated rhythm.

Varied Bass Timbres

The sound of the bass varies across examples (acoustic, electric, synthesized, processed).

Music characterized by a dominant bassline and a consistent rhythmic groove.


Prominent Wind Instruments

Music prominently featuring brass and woodwind instruments.

Woodwind Melodies

Expressive and often complex melodic lines played by woodwind instruments like clarinet or saxophone.

Brass Textures

Use of brass instruments providing melodic or sustained harmonic content.

Expressive Performance

Highly dynamic and sometimes virtuosic playing style on wind instruments.

Music characterized by the central role and prominent sound of wind instruments, encompassing both brass and woodwinds.


Tonal Presence

Sound elements possessing a clear fundamental frequency or pitch.

Timbral Variety

Pitched sounds exhibit a wide range of tone colors from diverse sources.

Musical Organization

Pitched sounds are structured into melodic, harmonic, or rhythmic patterns.

Music featuring discernible pitched sounds across diverse timbres and structures.


Distorted Guitar Riffs

Fast, palm-muted, heavy guitar patterns.

Fast Drumming

High tempo, often featuring double bass.

Aggressive Vocals

Shouted, screamed, or intense vocal delivery.

High Energy

Driving, intense musical feel.

High-energy, aggressive rock/metal style featuring distorted guitars, fast drums, and intense vocals.


High-pitched Wind Instruments

Prominent use of instruments like flutes, panpipes, or similar high-pitched wind sounds, often playing melodies.

Driving Percussion

Strong, often syncopated percussion patterns using hand drums or similar instruments, providing rhythmic drive.

Andean Folk Influence

Musical style drawing heavily on traditions from the Andean region, featuring characteristic melodies and rhythms.

Combination of high-pitched wind melodies and driving percussion, characteristic of Andean folk music.


Heavy Guitar Distortion

Prominent use of heavily distorted electric guitars creating a thick, aggressive tone.

Fast Drumming

Rapid drum patterns often featuring double bass pedal work and high tempos.

Aggressive Riffing

Guitar parts characterized by fast, heavy, and often complex or technical riffs.

High Energy

Overall musical intensity and driving, powerful feel.

High-energy, fast-paced music featuring heavily distorted guitars, aggressive riffing, and rapid drumming with double bass.


Distorted Electric Guitar

Prominent use of electric guitar with heavy distortion effect.

Heavy Riffs

Repetitive, often low-pitched, melodic/rhythmic patterns played on distorted guitar.

Driving Rhythm Section

Strong, often fast, percussive beat providing a forward momentum.

Power Chords

Use of two or three-note chords common in rock and metal.

Music featuring distorted electric guitars playing heavy riffs over driving rhythms.


Electronic Music

Music produced using electronic instruments and production techniques.

Synthesized Bass

Prominent use of electronic synthesizers to create basslines.

Drum Machine Beat

Rhythmic foundation provided by electronic drum machines.

Synth-driven

Music primarily constructed using synthesizers for melodic, harmonic, and textural elements.

Music created using electronic instruments, featuring synthesized bass, drum machine rhythms, and synth-based melodies/textures.


Distorted Guitar Riffs

Prominent use of heavily distorted electric guitars playing fast, often complex riffs.

Fast Drumming

High-tempo drumming featuring rapid snare hits, cymbal work, and frequent double bass pedal usage.

Aggressive Vocals

Vocal styles include shouting, screaming, or other harsh, high-energy deliveries.

High Tempo

Music is consistently played at a fast pace.

High Energy

Overall feel is intense, powerful, and energetic.

Fast tempo, distorted guitars, aggressive vocals, intense drumming.


Driving Rhythm

Propulsive rhythmic feel.

Prominent Percussion

Distinct and often repeating drum or percussion patterns.

Groove-Oriented

Primary focus on creating a compelling rhythmic groove.

Music centered around a strong beat, prominent percussion, and rhythmic groove.


Bell Timbres

Prominent use of bell or chime-like sounds.

Electronic Textures

Incorporation of electronic synthesis or processing.

Dissonant Harmonies

Use of non-traditional or clashing harmonic structures.

Experimental Sound Design

Focus on timbre and texture, incorporating non-traditional elements.

Exploration of bell and chime timbres within experimental electronic soundscapes featuring dissonance


Arpeggiated Figures

Notes of chords played in sequence rather than simultaneously, forming distinct melodic or harmonic patterns.

Keyboard/Plucked Instruments

Primary sound source is from instruments like piano, harpsichord, music box, or plucked strings.

Melancholic Tonality

Music conveys a sad or melancholic mood, often associated with minor keys or modes.

Repetitive Patterns

Musical figures, particularly arpeggios, are repeated frequently.

Music characterized by melancholic arpeggiated patterns played on keyboard or plucked instruments.


Synthesizer Dominance

Primary sound source is synthesizers.

Electronic Production

Music produced using electronic instruments and techniques.

Synth Pads

Use of sustained synthesizer textures for atmosphere.

Electronic Rhythms

Rhythmic elements provided by drum machines or synthesized percussion.

Music primarily generated and performed using synthesizers, encompassing both rhythmic and atmospheric styles.


Melismatic Melody

Ornamented, flowing melodic lines, often vocal or played on traditional instruments.

Sustained Tones

Long-held notes or pads, providing a continuous sonic element.

Single Line Focus

Emphasis on a prominent, often monophonic, melodic or sustained element.

Contemplative Mood

Music evokes a sense of reflection, devotion, or introspection.

Prominence of single sustained or ornamented melodic line/tone across diverse sonic textures.


Military Drumming

Features prominent snare drums, rolls, and marching-style rhythmic patterns.

Brass Instruments

Use of brass instruments (or synthesizers mimicking them) for melodic and harmonic content.

March Rhythm

Consistent, driving rhythmic pulse suitable for marching.

Epic/Triumphant Mood

Overall emotional tone is grand, heroic, or victorious.

Spoken Word/Chanting

Inclusion of vocal elements like speech or chanting, often reinforcing a theme.

Music characterized by military drumming, brass instrumentation, march rhythms, and an epic or triumphant mood.


Electronic Music Production

Music created using electronic instruments and production techniques.

Synthesizer Pads

Sustained synthesizer sounds providing harmonic texture.

Electronic Rhythms

Rhythmic elements produced by drum machines or electronic percussion.

Repetitive Musical Structures

Use of looping patterns, arpeggios, or consistent basslines.

Electronic music production featuring prominent synthesizers and rhythmic elements.


Distorted Electric Guitar

Heavy, overdriven guitar sounds playing prominent riffs.

Driving Drum Beat

Energetic, consistent rock rhythm with strong kick and snare.

Rock Music

Genre characterized by electric guitars, bass, and drums, often with vocals.

Male Vocals

Singing in a rock style.

Energetic rock music featuring distorted guitars and driving drums.


Distorted Guitars

Prominent use of heavily distorted electric guitars, often playing riffs.

Aggressive Drums

Fast tempos, strong backbeat, and energetic drumming patterns.

Intense Vocals

Vocal styles include shouting, rapping, or raw, high-energy singing.

High Energy

Overall fast-paced and energetic musical feel.

Aggressive, high-energy music featuring distorted guitars, powerful drums, and intense vocal delivery.


Slow Tempo

Music performed at a slow pace.

Melancholic Mood

Music evoking sadness, reflection, or somberness.

Acoustic Instruments

Prominent use of acoustic guitar and piano.

Atmospheric Texture

Use of sustained sounds creating a spacious or ambient feel.

Slow tempo, acoustic instruments, atmospheric textures, melancholic/reflective mood.


Guitar

The musical presence of a guitar.

Lead Guitar

Guitar playing prominent melodic lines, solos, or intricate lead passages.

Guitar Variety

Different types of guitars (acoustic, electric) and playing styles (fingerpicking, distorted, clean, fast runs) are featured.

Music featuring prominent guitar parts across various styles.


Synth Pads

Sustained, layered synthesizer sounds creating harmonic and atmospheric texture.

Electronic Production

Music created using synthesizers, drum machines, and digital audio processing.

Atmospheric Sound

Focus on creating a mood or environment through layered textures and effects.

Downtempo/Mid-tempo

Music primarily in slow to moderate tempo ranges.

Electronic music characterized by atmospheric textures created through prominent use of sustained synth pads.


Mechanical/Toy Timbre

Sound quality characteristic of a music box or similar mechanical device.

Audio Manipulation/Scratching

Rhythmic sound produced by manipulating recorded audio.

Pure Electronic Tone

Sustained, simple electronic tone.

Primary sound sources are mechanical, electronic, or manipulated recordings.


Synthesized Pads

Sustained, evolving synthetic textures providing harmonic and atmospheric backing.

Atmospheric Texture

The use of sound layers to create a pervasive mood or environment.

Sustained Sound

Musical notes or textures held for extended durations.

Electronic Production

Sounds generated or heavily processed using electronic means.

Use of sustained synthetic pads creating atmospheric textures.


Electronic Music

Music produced using electronic instruments and technology.

Synthesizer Use

Prominent use of synthesizers for melodies, pads, basslines, and textures.

Electronic Beat

Rhythmic foundation provided by drum machines or electronic percussion, often steady.

Atmospheric Pads

Sustained synthesizer textures creating an atmospheric or ambient background.

Music created using electronic instruments and production techniques, featuring synthesizers and electronic rhythms.


Distorted Electric Guitar

Prominent use of heavily distorted electric guitar playing riffs and power chords.

Fast Drumming

Energetic and fast drum patterns, often featuring double bass drumming.

Heavy Rock/Metal Style

Overall musical style characterized by distorted guitars, fast drums, and high energy.

Music characterized by distorted guitars, fast drums, and high energy


Acoustic Guitar

Prominent use of acoustic guitar as a primary instrument.

Fingerpicking/Strumming

Guitar techniques including fingerpicking and gentle strumming.

Mellow Mood

Overall relaxed, calm, or introspective emotional tone.

Slow/Moderate Tempo

Music pace is generally slow to moderate.

Acoustic/Folk Style

Musical style aligns with acoustic, folk, or singer-songwriter genres.

Gentle Vocals

Vocals are present in some instances and are delivered in a soft, gentle manner.

Absence of Heavy Percussion/Electronics

Lack of strong drum beats, electronic instruments, or heavy production.

Music featuring acoustic guitar, mellow mood, slow/moderate tempo, acoustic/folk style.


Heavy Distortion

Extensive use of distortion effects on instruments, primarily guitars.

Aggressive Rhythms

Powerful and often fast drumming with prominent basslines creating an intense rhythmic foundation.

Intense Vocals

Vocal delivery characterized by shouting, screaming, growling, or forceful singing.

High Energy

Music characterized by fast tempos and dynamic intensity.

Breakdowns

Sections featuring sudden tempo changes and heavier, often syncopated rhythms.

Music characterized by heavy distortion, aggressive rhythms, intense vocals, and high energy.


Sampling

Use of pre-recorded audio fragments.

DJ Scratching

Manipulating vinyl records on turntables for rhythmic effect.

Breakbeats

Looped rhythmic drum patterns.

Vocal Snippets

Short, rhythmic vocal fragments.

Music created using sampled audio and DJ manipulation techniques.


Electronic Music

Music produced using electronic instruments and techniques.

Synth Bass

Bassline generated by a synthesizer.

Dance Rhythm

Rhythmic structure suitable for dancing.

Synthesizer Use

Use of synthesizers for various musical elements.

Electronic production, synth bass, dance rhythms.


Minor Key Modality

Music is predominantly based on minor scales and chords.

Genre Diversity

Includes multiple distinct musical genres.

Prominent Hooks

Features clear melodic or rhythmic motifs.


Arabic/Middle Eastern Scales

Use of modal scales characteristic of Arabic/Middle Eastern music.

Microtonal Intervals

Inclusion of intervals smaller than a Western semitone.

Traditional Instrumentation

Features instruments typical of Arabic/Middle Eastern music traditions.

Melodic Ornamentation

Melodic lines featuring extensive ornamentation.

Music rooted in Arabic/Middle Eastern traditions, characterized by modal scales, microtones, traditional instruments, and melodic ornamentation.


Brass Instruments

Prominent use of brass instruments.

Sustained Notes

Notes are frequently held for extended durations.

Low Brass Timbre

Sound characteristics suggest lower brass instruments like trombones or tuba.

Acoustic brass instruments playing sustained notes or simple, expressive lines.


Resonant Decay

Sounds that ring out and decay slowly over time.

Sustained Tones

Sounds held for an extended duration, forming drones or long notes.

Metallic Timbre

Sounds produced by resonant metallic objects.

Low Frequency Emphasis

Focus on deep, low-pitched sounds.

Focus on sustained, resonant sounds with emphasis on decay and often metallic or low-frequency timbres.


Early Digital Synth Pads

Sustained, atmospheric electronic textures with a characteristic digital timbre.

Early Digital Drum Sounds

Percussion sounds typical of drum machines or early samplers.

Sampled/Synthesized Acoustic Timbres

Use of acoustic instrument sounds (brass, strings, accordion) likely sourced from or emulating early samplers/synths.

Clear Sound Presentation

Individual sound elements are distinct and not heavily processed or blended.

Use of sounds characteristic of early digital synthesizers and samplers, including distinct electronic textures and acoustic-like instrument timbres.

Early Digital Synthesis & Sampling Palette


Chord Progression

Music is structured around sequences of changing chords.

Music based on discernible chord progressions


Electric Guitar

Prominent use of electric guitars.

Drums

Standard rock drumming providing rhythmic foundation.

Distortion

Audio effect applied to electric guitars for a gritty tone.

Driving Rhythm

Propulsive and energetic rhythmic feel.

Vocals

Singing present in many, but not all, clips.

Rock music featuring electric guitars, drums, often with distortion and driving rhythms.


Electronic Music

Music produced using synthesizers, drum machines, and electronic processing.

Synthesizer Pads

Sustained, layered synthesizer sounds creating atmospheric texture.

Downtempo Electronic Rhythm

Slow to moderate electronic beats or rhythmic pulses.

Ambient Soundscapes

Focus on evolving textures and atmosphere rather than strong melodic or structural elements.

Electronic instrumentation, atmospheric pads, downtempo rhythms, focus on texture and mood.


Electronic Drums

Programmed drum machine rhythms.

Synthesizers

Use of synth pads, leads, and basslines.

Downtempo Rhythm

Slow to mid-tempo, relaxed beat.

Relaxed Mood

Overall calm and atmospheric feeling.

Electronic music with relaxed tempo, featuring synthesizers and programmed drums.


Large Metal Percussion

Sounds produced by striking large metal objects like gongs, large bells, or chimes.

Resonance and Sustain

Prolonged ringing or vibration after the initial strike, characteristic of resonant metal instruments.

Low Frequency Content

Significant energy in the lower frequency range, contributing to the deep, resonant quality.

Music characterized by the prominent use of large, resonant metal percussion instruments such as gongs and large bells.


Electronic Drums

Rhythmic foundation provided by synthesized or sampled drum sounds.

Synthesizer Textures

Use of synthesizers for pads, melodies, and atmospheric effects.

Melancholic/Ambient Mood

Emotional tone characterized by introspective or atmospheric qualities, often via piano or pads.

Driving Rhythmic Patterns

Repetitive and propulsive rhythmic structures.

Electronic music blending rhythmic elements with atmospheric and melancholic textures.


Wind Instruments

Prominent use of brass and woodwind instruments playing melodic lines and sustained notes.

Melancholic Mood

Music characterized by slow tempos, expressive melodies, and a sad or dramatic emotional tone.

Orchestral/Band Arrangement

Ensemble music featuring multiple instruments, often sounding like an orchestra or concert band.

Music featuring melancholic mood, prominent wind instruments, and orchestral or band arrangements.


Drums and Percussion

Inclusion of acoustic drums or electronic drum machine providing the primary beat.

Bassline

Presence of an electric bass or synthesized bass providing the harmonic and rhythmic foundation.

Studio Production

Audio exhibits characteristics of multi-track studio recording and mixing techniques.

Genre Diversity

The collection features examples from multiple distinct musical genres including rock, electronic, and soul.

Music built upon a foundation of drums and bass providing rhythm and low-end harmony, typical of studio-produced tracks across various genres.


Sustained Tones

Long-duration sounds or notes.

Atmospheric Textures

Sounds creating mood or environment through timbre and sustain.

Drone Elements

Sustained pitches providing a continuous sonic layer.

Sustained, non-melodic sounds emphasizing texture and atmosphere.


Synthesizer Pads

Sustained, evolving synthesizer textures providing harmonic and atmospheric background.

Electronic Instrumentation

Primary use of synthesizers for melodies, harmonies, and bass, often with electronic rhythms.

Atmospheric Soundscape

Music designed to create a specific mood or atmosphere, often calm, dreamy, or melancholic.

Synthesizer-driven music featuring atmospheric pads, electronic instrumentation, and a focus on mood.


Bowed Strings

Music primarily featuring instruments played with a bow, such as violins, violas, and cellos.

String Ensemble

Multiple string instruments playing together, creating a richer texture than a solo instrument.

Melodic Focus

Emphasis on clear, prominent melodic lines played by the string instruments.

Music centered around the sound and performance of bowed string instruments, frequently in an ensemble context.


Cinematic/Epic Style

Music designed for dramatic visual media, characterized by large scale, emotional impact, and tension.

Hybrid Orchestral/Electronic

Combination of synthesized sounds and electronic production with elements mimicking orchestral instruments.

Building Tension

Musical structure and dynamics consistently create a sense of rising intensity and drama.

Driving Percussion

Prominent, often electronic or heavily processed drum and percussion patterns providing strong rhythmic momentum.

Minor Key Tonality

Consistent use of minor keys contributing to a dramatic, serious, or intense mood.

Epic, tension-building hybrid cinematic music featuring electronic and orchestral elements with driving rhythms and minor key tonality.


Atmospheric Pads

Long-held, often synthetic or orchestral, sounds creating an ambient or atmospheric background.

Harmonic Sustenance

Sustained notes or chords from various instruments providing the harmonic basis.

Continuous harmonic or atmospheric sound element present throughout.


Fast Percussion

Rapid and prominent drumming and percussion.

Complex Rhythms

Intricate and layered rhythmic patterns, including rolls and fills.

Latin Rhythms

Rhythmic structures characteristic of Latin American music genres.

Music characterized by fast, complex, Latin-style percussion.


Electric Guitar

Prominent use of electric guitars, often with distortion.

Rock Drumming

Consistent presence of acoustic drums playing rock-oriented rhythms.

Bass Guitar

Underpinning rhythmic and harmonic foundation provided by bass guitar.

Male Vocals

Lead vocals are predominantly male in the snippets featuring singing.

Rock Band Instrumentation

Standard instrumentation of a rock band: guitar, bass, drums, and vocals.

Music featuring standard rock band instrumentation with electric guitars, bass, and drums, characteristic of the rock or alternative rock genre.


Electronic Music

Music primarily produced using electronic instruments and techniques.

Synth Pads

Sustained synthesizer sounds creating atmospheric texture.

Atmospheric/Melancholic Mood

Music conveying a sense of atmosphere, drama, or sadness.

Breakbeat Rhythms

Syncopated drum patterns derived from sampled breaks.

Arpeggiated Synths

Synthesizer patterns where notes of a chord are played in sequence.

Electronic music characterized by atmospheric textures, synth pads, and often conveying melancholic or dramatic moods, with variations including breakbeats and arpeggiated synths.


Acoustic Fingerpicking

Guitar playing technique using individual fingers to pluck strings.

Orchestral Strings

Use of bowed string instruments, often creating dramatic or sustained textures.

Electronic Production

Inclusion of synthesizers, electronic drums, and processed sounds.

Spoken Word Sample

Inclusion of sampled human speech or dialogue.

Juxtaposition of organic acoustic/orchestral sounds and electronic/synthetic elements.


Electronic Production

Music created using synthesizers, drum machines, and electronic production techniques.

Driving Beat

Consistent, often four-on-the-floor rhythmic pulse.

Synthesized Bass

Prominent basslines generated by synthesizers.

Repetitive Structure

Use of looping patterns and repetition common in electronic dance music.

Electronic dance music style characterized by driving beats, synthesized sounds, and repetitive structures.


Prominent Bassline

Strong, often melodic or rhythmic bass guitar or synth bass driving the music.

Rhythmic Groove

Consistent, often danceable rhythmic foundation provided by drums and bass.

Repetitive Structure

Use of repeating musical phrases or loops.

Music characterized by a strong bassline and rhythmic foundation creating a consistent groove.


Programmed Drums

Rhythmic foundation from drum machines or programmed sequences.

Audio Sampling

Use of pre-recorded audio from other sources.

Turntablism/Scratching

DJ technique manipulating vinyl records to create rhythmic and percussive sounds.

Hip-Hop Genre

Music style featuring rhythmic beats, sampling, and often rap vocals.

Music production style utilizing programmed drums, audio samples, and prominent turntablism techniques.


Acoustic Guitar

Primary instrument providing accompaniment.

Male Vocals

Consistent lead vocal presence.

Folk / Singer-Songwriter

Overall musical genre and style.

Fingerpicking

Common guitar playing technique used.

Acoustic guitar accompaniment, male lead vocals, folk or singer-songwriter style.


Prominent Lead Melody

A single, clear melodic line is the primary focus.

Reedy/Brassy Timbre

Lead instrument sound has a characteristic reedy or brassy quality.

Acoustic Wind/Reed Instruments

Use of instruments like clarinet, zurna, or accordion.

Electronic Imitation

Synthesizers mimicking the acoustic instrument timbre and style.

Vibrato and Ornamentation

Melodies feature vibrato, trills, and other embellishments.

Balkan/Eastern European Folk Style

Musical style characteristic of folk music from the Balkans or Eastern Europe.

Prominent melodic line with reedy/brassy timbre, characteristic of Balkan/Eastern European folk music, featuring vibrato and ornamentation, played by acoustic or electronic instruments.


Harpsichord

Prominent use of a plucked keyboard instrument with a distinctive bright, resonant tone.

Plucked Keyboard Instrument

Music featuring a keyboard instrument where strings are plucked rather than struck.

Period Sound

Overall sound quality and instrumentation characteristic of historical musical periods.

Music primarily featuring a harpsichord or similar plucked keyboard instrument, creating a historical sound.


Drone/Sustained Tones

Long, held notes or evolving sustained textures providing a harmonic or textural foundation.

Ethnic Wind Instruments

Prominent use of reed instruments like Zurna or bagpipes, often playing melodies or drones.

Electronic Textures

Use of synthesizers, pads, or processed electronic sounds creating atmospheric or rhythmic elements.

Rhythmic Patterns

Repetitive percussive patterns providing a rhythmic foundation, varying in style (e.g., dance, Latin).

Sustained tones or drones combined with varied rhythmic and melodic elements, blending acoustic/folk and electronic sounds.


Low Frequency Drone

Sustained, continuous tone in the bass frequency range.

Sustained Tones

Musical notes or sounds held for an extended duration.

Resonant Sound

Sound characterized by prolonged vibration or echo.

Sustained resonant tone in the bass register.


Dramatic Orchestral/Choral

Large-scale orchestral and choral arrangements creating epic or dramatic moods.

Rock/Pop Music

Music featuring electric guitars, drums, and vocals in rock or pop styles.

Electronic/Industrial Music

Synthesized sounds, noise, and mechanical textures.

Atmospheric/Ambient Music

Sustained sounds and pads creating mood or atmosphere.

Folk/Traditional Music

Acoustic instruments and vocal styles from folk or traditional music.

Music originating from video games, encompassing diverse genres and styles.


Sustained Timbres

Long-duration sounds from pads, strings, or synthesizers.

Drone Quality

Presence of static or slowly evolving low-frequency tones.

Atmospheric Focus

Emphasis on creating mood and environment over melodic or rhythmic structure.

Non-Rhythmic

Absence of a defined beat or percussive pattern.

Music characterized by sustained, non-rhythmic timbres creating atmosphere.


Vehicle Engine Sounds

Sounds generated by vehicle engines, including hums, whines, and roars.

Movement and Speed Sounds

Sounds associated with rapid motion, such as wind rush and friction.

Transportation Sounds

Audio elements commonly associated with transportation vehicles in motion.

Sounds of vehicles in motion, encompassing engine noise, wind, and friction.


DJ Scratching

Rhythmic sound produced by moving a vinyl record back and forth on a turntable while the stylus is in contact.

Turntablism

The art of manipulating sounds and creating music using turntables and a DJ mixer, encompassing techniques like scratching and vinyl manipulation.

Vinyl Manipulation

The physical handling and movement of vinyl records on turntables to create musical sounds and effects.

Musical concept defined by the extensive use of DJ scratching and vinyl manipulation techniques.


Sustained Tones

Long-held, continuous musical notes or sounds.

Drones

Unchanging or slowly changing sustained tones, often in the bass register.

Ambient Texture

Focus on atmospheric soundscapes and textures rather than melody or rhythm.

Low Frequency Emphasis

Prominence of bass and sub-bass frequencies.

Lack of Rhythm

Absence of a discernible beat or rhythmic pattern.

Sustained non-rhythmic sound textures featuring drones and low frequencies


Electronic Drums

Rhythmic foundation provided by electronic drum sounds or drum machines.

Synthesizer Use

Prominent use of synthesizers for melodies, basslines, and atmospheric pads.

Repetitive Rhythms

Underlying rhythmic patterns are often repetitive or looping.

Electronic Genre Influence

Overall sound aligns with characteristics of electronic music genres.

Electronic instrumentation, synthesized sounds, repetitive rhythmic patterns.


Spanish Vocals

Singing or speaking in the Spanish language.

Acoustic Guitar

Prominent acoustic guitar instrumentation.

Latin Folk Style

Musical style characteristic of Latin American folk or traditional genres.

Accordion/Keyboard

Melodic lines played on an accordion or keyboard instrument.

Male Vocalist

Vocals performed by a male singer.

Spanish male vocals, acoustic guitar, and accordion/keyboard in a Latin American folk style.


Electronic Sound Generation

Music produced using electronic instruments and technology.

Synthesizer Timbres

Primary sound source is synthesizers creating various timbres.

Sustained Textures

Prominent use of long, held notes or evolving soundscapes.

Ambient Character

Music creates an atmospheric or ambient mood.

Electronic sound generation primarily using synthesizers, featuring sustained and evolving textures often creating an ambient character.


Electronic Production

Music created using synthesizers, drum machines, and electronic sound processing.

Driving Rhythm

Consistent, propulsive rhythmic patterns, often featuring a prominent kick drum.

Synthesizer Focus

Primary use of synthesizers for melodic, harmonic, and bass elements.

Repetitive Patterns

Recurring melodic, harmonic, or rhythmic loops and sequences.

Trance/Techno Style

Musical characteristics aligning with Trance or Techno genres, including tempo and sound design.

Electronic music production with driving rhythms, synthesizer focus, and repetitive structures, characteristic of Trance/Techno styles.


Driving Electronic Beat

Consistent, energetic rhythmic foundation with a strong kick drum.

Synthesizer Arpeggios

Repeating, melodic patterns played by synthesizers.

Synth Pads

Sustained, atmospheric synthesizer sounds providing harmonic texture.

Four-on-the-Floor Kick

Kick drum hitting on every beat (1, 2, 3, 4).

Energetic electronic music with driving rhythm, prominent synths, and arpeggiated melodies.


Driving Rhythm

A prominent, propulsive rhythmic pulse forms the core of the music.

Percussive Foundation

Rhythm is established by drums, drum machines, or percussive elements.

Consistent Tempo

Each clip maintains a stable and discernible tempo.

Music built around a strong, driving rhythmic pulse.


Acoustic Piano

Prominent use of acoustic piano as the primary melodic and harmonic instrument.

Reflective Mood

Music conveys a calm, introspective, or melancholic emotional quality.

Instrumental Focus

Music is primarily instrumental with no discernible vocals.

Slow Tempo

Music generally features a slow to moderate pace.

Instrumental music featuring prominent acoustic piano, conveying a reflective or melancholic mood at a slow tempo.


Acoustic Drums

Use of traditional drum kit or acoustic percussion instruments providing rhythmic foundation.

Electronic Drums/Drum Machine

Use of synthesized or sampled drum sounds, often with programmed rhythmic patterns.

Scratching

Rhythmic manipulation of audio using turntables or similar techniques as a percussive element.

Rhythmic Focus

Music where rhythm and percussive patterns are the dominant musical element.

Music driven primarily by rhythmic percussion elements, utilizing various percussive sounds and techniques.


Epic Orchestration

Large orchestral sound featuring prominent strings, brass, and percussion.

Cinematic/Trailer Style

Music composed for dramatic media, characterized by tension, build-ups, and climaxes.

Powerful Percussion

Prominent use of large, impactful drums and cymbals providing rhythmic drive and drama.

Dramatic Build-ups

Sections designed to increase intensity through crescendos and rhythmic acceleration.

Epic cinematic orchestral music featuring dramatic build-ups and powerful percussion.


Synthesizer Focus

Primary reliance on synthesizers for musical elements.

Atmospheric Soundscape

Creation of spacious, immersive textures and moods.

Minor Key Mood

Harmonic and melodic content predominantly in minor keys.

Electronic Instrumentation

Use of electronic instruments.

Sustained Synth Pads

Long-held synthesizer tones forming background textures.

Synthesizer-based atmospheric soundscapes featuring sustained pads, electronic instrumentation, and a minor key mood.


Synthesizer Pads

Sustained, often evolving synthesizer sounds providing harmonic texture.

Atmospheric Texture

Emphasis on creating a spacious, immersive, and often melancholic soundscape.

Electronic Production

Music primarily produced using synthesizers and electronic effects.

Slow Tempo/Lack of Strong Beat

Music features a slow pace with minimal or subtle rhythmic elements, not beat-driven.

Ambient electronic music characterized by atmospheric synth pads and slow, non-rhythmic textures.


Atmospheric Pads

Sustained synth pads or strings creating an ambient or cinematic texture.

DJ Scratching

Distinctive sounds produced by manipulating vinyl records on turntables.

Sampling

Incorporation of pre-recorded audio elements, including vocal snippets and instrumental loops.

Combination of atmospheric textures, DJ scratching, and sampling.


Bagpipes

Prominent wind instrument with a chanter playing melody and one or more drones.

Drone

Sustained low note provided by the bagpipes.

Folk Music

Traditional musical style, likely Eastern European or Balkan.

Percussion

Rhythmic drumming accompanying the melodic instruments.

Traditional Instrumentation

Use of traditional instruments like bagpipes and folk drums.

Traditional folk music characterized by bagpipes playing melody over a drone, supported by rhythmic percussion.


Prominent Vocals

Singing is the primary focus, carrying the main melodic content.

Acoustic Instrumentation

Accompaniment primarily features acoustic-sounding instruments like piano and strings.

Clear Melody

Music is built around easily discernible and memorable melodic lines, typically in the vocals.

Calm/Traditional Atmosphere

Overall mood is peaceful, reflective, or evokes traditional/folk/spiritual styles.

Vocal-centric music with acoustic accompaniment, emphasizing clear melody and a calm or traditional feel.


Aggressive Vocals

Shouted, chanted, or intense vocal delivery.

Processed/Sampled Vocals

Vocals are often heavily processed, distorted, or used as repetitive samples.

Driving Rhythms

Strong, repetitive, and often electronic or industrial-style drum and beat patterns.

Industrial/Punk Elements

Incorporates characteristics of both industrial music (electronic sounds, processing) and punk rock (aggression, structure).

Fusion of industrial and punk music featuring aggressive/processed vocals and driving electronic/processed rhythms.


Electronic Instrumentation

Primary use of synthesizers, drum machines, and electronic sound sources.

Rhythmic Electronic Beat

Consistent, often driving, beat provided by electronic percussion.

Synthesized Textures

Melodies, harmonies, and atmosphere created using various synthesizer sounds (pads, leads, basses).

Electronic Dance Music Influence

Rhythmic and sonic characteristics common in various EDM subgenres like House, Trance, and related styles.

Music primarily created with electronic instruments, featuring synthesized sounds and rhythmic beats.


Balkan Brass Instrumentation

Features prominent brass instruments like trumpets, trombones, and tubas.

Driving Percussion

Includes energetic drum and cymbal patterns providing a strong rhythmic foundation.

Fast Tempo

Music is generally played at a rapid pace.

Melodic Ornamentation

Melodies feature fast runs and decorative figures.

Balkan Folk Influence

Musical style strongly aligns with traditional and modern Balkan folk music.

High-energy music featuring brass band instrumentation, driving percussion, fast tempos, and melodic ornamentation, characteristic of Balkan folk styles.


Short Excerpts

Brief musical segments.

Distinct Sound Source/Technique

Each segment focuses on a particular instrument, type of sound, or production technique (e.g., guitar, percussion, electronic beat, scratching).

Repetitive Elements

Many segments feature repeating musical phrases, rhythms, or sounds.

Collection of short audio examples showcasing different musical instruments, techniques, or patterns.


Solo Instrumental Performance

Features a single instrument playing the primary musical line.

Acoustic Instrumentation

Utilizes acoustic instruments such as woodwinds and various string types.

Melody Focused

Highlights a prominent, often expressive, melodic line as the main musical element.

Instrumental performances featuring single acoustic instruments playing prominent melodic lines