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58.60Version 15 — Mixed-style narrative

Now combine multiple versions deliberately.

For example:

Intro

minor cabaret.

Phrase 1

suddenly major swing.

Phrase 2

New Orleans.

Phrase 3

boogie.

Break

gospel.

Final

stride/block-chord shout.

This can work because the tune’s personality is strong enough to tolerate theatrical shifts.