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2.38Level 14 — Motif development
Take a 3-note motif.
Example:
E♭-F-G
Use it over Cm7.
Then adapt over F7:
A-B♭-C
Then B♭maj7:
D-E♭-F
Same contour/rhythm.
Now your solo develops an idea rather than wandering.