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100.21Level 6 — first phrase simple, second phrase slightly richer

Do not wait an entire chorus for development.

Use microscopic evolution.

Example:

Phrase 1: melody+bass.

Phrase 2: add shells.

Phrase 3: add inner line.

Phrase 4: cadence slightly enriched.

The arrangement is already alive.