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Music for the First Swim

A poolside sequence for the hour when the water is still cool and the house is just beginning to wake.

"The water writes the first note."

— Jayime Jean

A morning sequence

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here is something beautifully timeless about a quiet morning by the water. The day is just beginning, the desert light is soft, and the world feels a little slower. A morning swim becomes more than a moment to cool off or begin the day. It becomes a ritual, a chance to reconnect with yourself and the peaceful rhythm of your surroundings. To accompany those early hours, we have created a curated playlist inspired by the

here is something beautifully timeless about a quiet morning by the water. The day is just beginning, the desert light is soft, and the world feels a little slower. A morning swim becomes more than a moment to cool off or begin the day. It becomes a ritual, a chance to reconnect with yourself and the peaceful rhythm of your surroundings. To accompany those early hours, we have created a curated playlist inspired by the

feeling of a morning spent poolside. The songs are meant to drift with the pace of the day, creating a soundtrack for slow swims, quiet reflection, and moments spent soaking in the warmth of the desert sun.

Featuring Andrew Padilla

The playlist moves gently between soulful melodies, laid back rhythms, and timeless sounds that feel both familiar and fresh. It is music for easing into the morning, whether you are floating beneath the open sky, enjoying coffee beside the pool, or simply taking a few quiet moments before the day unfolds.

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