Not that those elements are absent, but the African rhythms and the melodies inspired by Asian chant push the music in a new direction that Mr. Glass went on to further explore.

The melody of the song inspired Argentine rock band Soda Stereo for writing the song "Zoom" for the album Sueño Stereo in 1995.

The sweet melodies inspire the brothers to explore the building, which is filled with the sounds and smells of a diverse city.

The melody is quite dramatic, almost Impressionistic, radically changing in dynamics at times, and has inspired many listeners.

His melodies inspired the noblest love.

Rippling musical phrases are echoed by rippling movements, a halting melody inspires halting steps, a lilting theme prompts leaps and bounds.

The whales' elaborate melodies and complex vocalizations have inspired musicians and wildlife lovers and spawned best-selling albums.

Later on, the melody Chauncey has been playing repeatedly on his violin inspires the organist.

The melody haunted him and inspired the Sonata on African Motives for violin and pianoforte (1984).

The words, speaking of "süße musica" (sweet music) in verse 6, and the melody have inspired composers to vocal and instrumental settings.