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58.60Version 15 — Mixed-style narrative
Now combine multiple versions deliberately.
For example:
Intro
minor cabaret.
Phrase 1
suddenly major swing.
Phrase 2
New Orleans.
Phrase 3
boogie.
Break
gospel.
Final
stride/block-chord shout.
This can work because the tune’s personality is strong enough to tolerate theatrical shifts.