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As the audio begins, the unmistakable sound of a snare drum fills the air, crisp and sharp. Each strike of the drumstick against the tight drumhead produces a quick, bright noise that echoes briefly before being swallowed by the ambient sounds of a bustling street. The drum's rhythm provides a steady heartbeat to the symphony of the street sounds. Car engines rumble in a constant drone, punctuated by the occasional honk of a horn. Pedestrians chatter and laugh, their voices blending into a general hum of activity. The clatter of footsteps on pavement intermingles with the occasional clink of glass or clatter of dishes from nearby eateries. From a distance, the faint, natural sounds of a city park can be heard. Birds chirp their various songs, the wind rustles leaves, and the distant laughter of children at play lends a light, carefree tone to the overall soundscape. Throughout all of this, the snare drum maintains its