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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 finality. 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 specific 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 finality.
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 figure comes to a stop.
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 different 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 finality 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🏋🏾 figure 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.
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🏋🏾 figure 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 cliffhanger, 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🏋🏾 figure 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 defies the listener’s expectation by unexpectedly moving from the dominant chord (V) to a different 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🏋🏾 figure 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 different cadences into your music writing and production can add variety, tension, and resolution to your compositions.
How to utilize cadences effectively:
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: Different cadences evoke distinct emotional qualities.
4. Genre Consideration: Different genres and styles of music may have specific 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 difference.
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, figure out those minor cadences. Practice some of them.
Well, that’s your Arsenal Report: Take 8 Cadences. Until next time, thank you!
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