Neoclassical, by how it feels
Neoclassical is mostly low-intensity. 8 of the 13 songs analyzed land in the safe range.
The character of Neoclassical
Across the 13 Neoclassical songs we've measured, intensity averages 39/100 — calmer than the typical song we measure (46/100).
They run from Sarabande (the calmest here, 12) to Symphony of Psalms (the most charged, 93), with layered textures most common and a mix of the expected and the surprising. It spans 1901–2020.
The widest dynamic swing belongs to Symphony of Psalms.
5.8
Avg Intensity
8
Safe
4
Moderate
1
Intense
Safe for sensitive ears (8)
Controlled — moderate intensity (4)
Intense — proceed with awareness (1)
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