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89.24Level 13 — melody sustains while harmony changes
Melody:
G whole note.
LH roots:
C→A→D→G.
RH supports sparsely.
Now melody clock:
static.
Bass clock:
active.
Harmony clock:
moderate.
This is one of the easiest environments for rhythmic independence.