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2.49Level 19 — Bossa transformation

“Autumn Leaves” also works beautifully with bossa-like accompaniment.

Keep harmony.

LH:

root/fifth pulse.

RH:

syncopated shell voicings.

Melody:

light and lyrical.

Do not overplay.

This is an excellent exercise because it proves:

style changes without needing new chords.