Piano Rabbit Hole: Improvisation Theory & Practice
111.117 Level 87 — harmonic rhythm and melody phrase independence
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111.117Level 87 — harmonic rhythm and melody phrase independence

Melody phrase crosses:

bars 3–5.

Harmony changes:

bars 4 and 6.

The two structures overlap.

This avoids boxy writing.