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31.24This is the central psychological trick
The tune looks terrifying because the key centers are far apart.
But inside each center:
the language is basic.
For B:
ii–V–I.
For E♭:
ii–V–I.
For G:
ii–V–I.
The challenge is switching centers quickly.