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Chromatic Run

advanced

A run using half-steps (chromatic scale) for dramatic tension and release.

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Notation / Pattern

Half-step walk: 1-b2-2-b3-3...

Tips

Use sparingly for emotional peaks. Chromatic runs create intensity.

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