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121.189You don't need traditional notation immediately

Use:

  • audio
  • chord symbols
  • scale degrees
  • tiny rhythmic sketch
  • verbal note

Example:

2:14 — C pedal, RH D minor triad → E♭ triad, melody G held; could be pre-climax.

Enough.