Cadence

Definition

Chord progression of at least 2 chords that ends a phrase, section, or piece of music, creating a sense of full or partial resolution.

Description

Chord progression of at least 2 chords that ends a phrase, section, or piece of music, creating a sense of full or partial resolution.

Finished cadences

Always end on chord I

Perfect/Authentic
Plagal “Amen”

Unfinished cadences

Never end on chord I

Imperfect/Half
Interrupted/Deceptive