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101.62Level 30 — build a style rule-set

For swing, perhaps:

  • bass anchors quarters when walking
  • RH comp sparse and irregular
  • melody may float
  • pedal restrained
  • block chords reserved for peak
  • fills respect phrase rests

Now “swing” becomes a behavioral system.