Strut Jazz

Brisk 170bpm gypsy-flavoured swing in B flat built on strummed acoustic guitar, walking upright bass and light comping piano, with no horn lead to compete with dialogue. Sunny and forward-moving from the top, it holds a steady bounce for two minutes and lands cleanly.

The fastest strut on the set at 195bpm in B, driving acoustic guitar and upright bass under a chattering saxophone lead. Under two minutes and relentlessly cheerful, it suits quick-cut comedy timing and busy street footage.

A slightly more relaxed 160bpm swing in F# with acoustic and electric guitar trading off over piano and walking bass. Warm and domestic in tone, matching its title, and the shortest cue here at 1:47 for tight edits.

Full-band 195bpm swinger in B with drums driving the shuffle beneath saxophone, piano, guitar and upright bass — the most complete ensemble arrangement on the album. At 2:12 it is the longest cue, giving a montage room to breathe before its clean finish.

The album's easy-going outlier at 105bpm in C, pairing clarinet and saxophone with acoustic and electric guitar, piano and upright bass for a strolling rather than sprinting swing. Relaxed and good-natured, it sits comfortably under narration.