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54.57Level 33 — rhythmic anticipation of IV

Suppose E♭ starts next bar.

Play E♭ bass or upper harmony on 4&.

Then next beat 1 may be silent.

This gives forward pull without a dominant chord.

Rhythm itself creates propulsion.