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82.120Symmetry and arranging

Use symmetrical structures when you want:

  • transition
  • instability
  • suspended reality
  • harmonic surprise
  • tonal escape
  • dramatic dominant color

Then restore ordinary harmony when you want:

  • clarity
  • home
  • simplicity
  • emotional grounding

Contrast is the real resource.