20220403110100 Harmonic cadence

Harmonic cadence

A harmonic cadence is a kind of statement made through harmonic movement that occurs at the end of a phrase.

Kinds of cadences:

• Perfect Authentic (PAC):
  • V - I or V7 - I
  • Both chords are in root position
• Imperfect Authentic (IAC):
  • V - I or V7 - I
  • One or both chords are NOT in root position
• Deceptive Cadence:
  • V - VIm or V7 - VIm
  • Called “deceptive” because V or V7 makes it seem as if we’re going to I
• Half-Cadence:
  • Phrase ends on V
  • Called “half” because it’s half of an authentic cadence
• Plagal:
  • IV - I
  • Called plagal because of its similarity to the “amen” sound