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17.74Arrangement architecture

Intro

one short dominant chain.

First statement

plain harmony.

Second statement

secondary dominants clearer.

Solo

motif built from chromatic leading tones.

Final melody

one tritone substitute.

Tag

turnaround.

Ending

C6/9.

This creates development without overwhelming the tune.