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Take 8
Cadences
Hey! Welcome Back! As we continue this journey through music. I’d like to give you
compliments for continuing the road. My hope for these moments we discuss music to help
you along the way.
We began speaking with many elements of music. Cadences will be the piece of the puzzle we
discuss today. It’s the way you end your sentence, phrase, etc. Let’s not wait, let’s dive in.
Cadences
- musical phrases that provide a sense of resolution or conclusion.
Resolution or Conclusion
- In music, resolution or conclusion refers to the process of bringing a musical phrase,
section, or composition to a point of stability or
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nality. It is the moment when a musical idea
or progression reaches a point of rest or closure, providing a sense of satisfaction and
completion to the listener.
Resolution or Conclusion can occur at various levels within music:
1. Harmonic Resolution: Harmonic resolution involves the movement from a dissonant
or unstable chord to a consonant or stable chord. It often involves the resolution of tension
created by dissonant intervals or chord progressions.
2. Melodic Resolution: Melodic resolution refers to the movement of a melodic line
towards a resting or conclusive note. It involves the resolution of melodic tension created by
leaps or dissonant intervals. Melodic resolutions can be found at the end of a musical phrase
or within a phrase when a melodic line reaches a stable note.
3. Cadential Resolution: Cadential resolution is a speci
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c type of resolution that
occurs at the end of a musical phrase or section, marking a clear point of conclusion.
Cadences are melodic or harmonic progressions that provide a sense of
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nality.
Common cadences include the authentic cadence (V-I), plagal cadence (IV-I),
and half cadence (ending on the dominant chord).
For example, in a common authentic cadence (V-I), the dominant chord (V)
creates tension that resolves to the tonic chord (I), providing a satisfying
resolution.
4. Rhythmic Resolution: Rhythmic resolution involves the completion or release of
rhythmic patterns or motifs. It can occur when a syncopated rhythm resolves to an accented
beat or when a repetitive rhythmic
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gure comes to a stop.

3. The concept of resolution is fundamental to music as it creates tension and release,
giving structure and emotional impact to compositions. It allows listeners to experience a
sense of closure and satisfaction, making the music feel complete.
I know this seems like a lot. To some, it may seem repetitive. Repetition is the best
teaching tool. For now, we are diving into cadences. In the future, we will review in depth
resolution and conclusions.
Cadence
Objective:
- Discuss di
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erent types of cadences, such as authentic, plagal, half, and deceptive.
1. Authentic Cadence: An authentic cadence is a cadential progression that provides a
strong sense of resolution and conclusion. It typically consists of a dominant chord (V)
moving to a tonic chord (I). The authentic cadence is often described as the most conclusive
and stable type of cadence.
Example: In the key of C major, an authentic cadence would be the progression
G (V) - C (I). This progression creates a sense of
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nality and closure, as the
dominant chord (G) resolves to the tonic chord (C).
Authentic Cadence Chord Progressions
Major
1. C Major: G (V) - C (I)
2. C# Major: G# (V) - C# (I)
3. D Major: A (V) - D (I)
4. Eb Major: Bb (V) - Eb (I)
5. E Major: B (V) - E (I)
6. F Major: C (V) - F (I)
7. F# Major: C# (V) - F# (I)
8. G Major: D (V) - G (I)
9. Ab Major: Eb (V) - Ab (I)
10. A Major: E (V) - A (I)
11. Bb Major: F (V) - Bb (I)
12. B Major: F# (V) - B (I)
🏋 Challenge🏋
fi
gure out the authentic cadence chord progression minor key
2. Plagal Cadence: A plagal cadence is a cadential progression that is often associated
with a sense of tranquility and amenity. It involves a subdominant chord (IV) moving to a
tonic chord (I). The plagal cadence is commonly found in hymns and has a gentle and
comforting quality.

4. Example: In the key of G major, a plagal cadence would be the progression C
(IV) - G (I). This progression imparts a peaceful resolution, as the subdominant
chord (C) resolves to the tonic chord (G).
Plagal Cadence Chord Progressions:
1. C Major: F (IV) - C (I)
2. C# Major: F# (IV) - C# (I)
3. D Major: G (IV) - D (I)
4. Eb Major: Ab (IV) - Eb (I)
5. E Major: A (IV) - E (I)
6. F Major: Bb (IV) - F (I)
7. F# Major: B (IV) - F# (I)
8. G Major: C (IV) - G (I)
9. Ab Major: Db (IV) - Ab (I)
10. A Major: D (IV) - A (I)
11. Bb Major: Eb (IV) - Bb (I)
12. B Major: E (IV) - B (I)
🏋 Challenge🏋
fi
gure out the plagal cadence chord progression minor key
3. Half Cadence: A half cadence, also known as an imperfect cadence, is a cadential
progression that creates a momentary pause or suspension. It occurs when the music ends
on a dominant chord (V) rather than resolving to the tonic chord (I). The half cadence
brings a sense of incompleteness or expectation of further musical development.
Example: In the key of D major, a half cadence would be the progression A (V).
The music concludes on the dominant chord (A), creating a temporary pause or cli
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hanger, as
it does not resolve to the tonic chord (D).
Half Cadence Chord Progressions:
1. C Major: G (V)
2. C# Major: G# (V)
3. D Major: A (V)
4. Eb Major: Bb (V)
5. E Major: B (V)
6. F Major: C (V)
7. F# Major: C# (V)
8. G Major: D (V)
9. Ab Major: Eb (V)
10. A Major: E (V)
11. Bb Major: F (V)
12. B Major: F# (V)
🏋 Challenge🏋
fi
gure out the half cadence chord progression minor key
I 4. Deceptive Cadence: A deceptive cadence, also called an interrupted cadence, is a
cadential progression that de
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es the listener's expectation by unexpectedly moving from the

5. dominant chord (V) to a di
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erent chord, often a submediant or a relative minor chord. The
deceptive cadence creates a moment of surprise or tension before resolving.
Example: In the key of E major, a deceptive cadence would be the progression
B (V) - C#m (vi). Instead of resolving to the expected tonic chord (E), the music takes an
unexpected turn to the relative minor chord (C#m), adding a twist to the resolution.
Deceptive Cadence Chord Progressions:
1. C Major: G (V) - Am (vi)
2. D Major: A (V) - Bm (vi)
3. E Major: B (V) - C#m (vi)
4. F Major: C (V) - Dm (vi)
5. G Major: D (V) - Em (vi)
6. A Major: E (V) - F#m (vi)
7. B Major: F# (V) - G#m (vi)
🏋 Challenge🏋
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gure out the deceptive cadence chord progression minor key
Song List
1. "Twinkle, Twinkle, Little Star" - Authentic Cadence
2. "Auld Lang Syne" - Plagal Cadence
3. "Ode to Joy" - Half Cadence
4. "Hey Jude" - Deceptive Cadence
Why do I need cadences?
Cadences are another import aspect of music. Incorporating di
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erent cadences into your
music writing and production can add variety, tension, and resolution to your compositions.
How to utilize cadences e
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ectively:
1. Structural Consideration: Cadences often mark the end of a musical phrase, section, or
even an entire piece.
2. Musical Phrasing: Cadences can help shape the structure and phrasing of your melodies
and chord progressions.
3. Emotional Impact: Di
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erent cadences evoke distinct emotional qualities.
4. Genre Consideration: Di
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erent genres and styles of music may have speci
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c tendencies
regarding cadences.
5. Experimentation and Variation: Add your own creative twists. Explore variations of the
cadential progressions by altering chord voicings.
We can stop here. This is a lot of information. It will take many, many times reviewing. You may
feel a sense of you can’t get it or you may catch on quick. Whichever way, let it be your own
pace. You are only aiming to improve beyond yourself each time. You may be hearing or feeling
a song within, and just these little things can make all the di
ff
erence.
Stay the course. Get up every time you fall. Don’t be afraid to rise. Don’t be fooled.
Take a listen to the song list. Listen for the cadences. Also,
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gure out those minor cadences.
Practice some of them.

6. Well, that’s your Arsenal Report: Take 8 Cadences. Until next time, thank you!
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