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65.3Which part is more recognizable?
Play:
C-E♭-G
with the original rhythm.
Then use:
D-F-A
with the same rhythm.
It still sounds related.
Now keep C-E♭-G but change rhythm completely.
Which sounds more like the original?
Often rhythm is surprisingly important.