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
- V – I
Plagal “Amen”
- IV – I
Unfinished cadences
Never end on chord I
Imperfect/Half
- I/II/IV – V
Interrupted/Deceptive
- V – VI