Replacing a IV (F) with a iv (Fm) or a bVII (Bb7). This adds a "darker" or more cinematic quality to a major-key melody. 5. Line Cliché and Constant Structure
Reharmonization is as much about the bass line as it is the chords. Aim for smooth voice leading or intentional chromatic steps. Reharmonization Techniques
This involves "borrowing" chords from a parallel mode, usually the parallel minor. Replacing a IV (F) with a iv (Fm) or a bVII (Bb7)
This adds chromaticism and stronger "pull" toward the next chord in the sequence. 4. Modal Interchange (Borrowed Chords) Line Cliché and Constant Structure Reharmonization is as
The simplest form of reharmonization involves replacing a chord with another that shares a similar function and scale.
Swap a I (C major) for a iii (E minor) or a vi (A minor).
Any dominant chord (V7) can be preceded by its related minor seventh (ii7). G7 — C Expanded: Dm7 — G7 — C