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99.163A practical accompaniment priority hierarchy
When playing with singer:
- Where are they in the form?
- What melody note/phrase are they on?
- Is pulse clear?
- What function supports them?
- What bass helps?
- How much texture is actually needed?
- Is there room for a fill?
Extensions come later.