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21.48Reharmonization by pedal point
Keep bass C.
Change chords above:
C | F/C | G/C | Fm/C | C
The unchanging C creates unity while upper harmony changes color.
This is called a pedal point or pedal bass.
Very effective for intros and dramatic builds.