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27.34Level 12 — intervallic improvisation
Modal harmony is a good place to stop thinking only in steps.
Use intervals:
- 4ths
- 5ths
- minor 3rds
- major 2nds
For example over C minor:
C-F
D-G
E♭-A♭.
These open intervals create a more modern sound.