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44.63Level 35 — functional cadence as contrast

After a long modal 6/8 section:

Dm7♭5 → G7♭9 → Cm

can provide an unmistakable harmonic arrival.

But let the 6/8 groove continue.

Now:

rhythm remains stable

while harmonic function intensifies.