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57.91The ultimate exercise — random-style start
Write cards:
STRIDE
SWING
BOSSA
FUNK
BALLAD
MINOR
GOSPEL
BLOCK
etc.
Pick one randomly.
Without preparation:
play intro + first phrase in that style.
This proves the song itself has become independent of one memorized arrangement.