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57.81Intro library

Create at least four intros you can choose from.

Intro A — simple turnaround

C-A7-Dm-G7.

Intro B — stride

same harmony with bass-chord alternation.

Intro C — dark

C pedal with D♭/C → G7♭9.

Intro D — bossa vamp

C6/9-A7-Dm9-G13.

Then choose based on desired version.