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Bird Vignettes
A series of drum improvisations based on bird calls. I listen to a call, find the melodic contour or phrase groupings, and translate that into a rhythm. Each one starts with the bird.
May 10, 2026
Hermit Thrush
Spiraling, flute-like phrases that rise and fall — I listened for the phrase groupings and built a rhythm around the sense of departure and return.
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