Questions tagged [cadence]
A melodic and/or harmonic configuration at the end of a phrase, section, or piece of music.
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Chord Roles/Reputations
Does there exist literature examining the particular psychological/emotional role/reputation of each chord in a movement? (For example, I am currently infatuated with IVmaj7, which is to say I find ...
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Harmonising cadence points in a melody
So I've started doing AMEB* Grade 4 theory, and came across this question:
Normally, I would have no problem if they gave me the bass, but in this case, I'm slightly confused. How are you supposed to ...
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When to use inversions in harmonizing a bass line
What exactly is the procedure for harmonizing a bass line? In my class, the teacher introduced inversions of chords, which are not hard to understand per se, but I can't wrap my head around how can I ...
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Why does a melodic half step resolve on the higher note?
What is so special about a melodic half step that makes it "want" to go up (As in the leading tone to the tonic). Why isn't there as much resolution in a melodic half-step downwards?
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Need help about Harmonizing Cadences
Using the given soprano notes, how can I plot the tonal journey that will start and end in G minor. This exercise wants me to use middle two cadences to move to a related chord and have one authentic ...
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What do multiple l's and r's beneath a note mean?
I do a tad of drumming, but not enough at all to call myself a drummer (or anything close). I understand what a R or a L means under a note, but i'm not sure what two or three under each note means. I ...
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Do different modes have the same cadence structure?
In major and minor keys, the perfect cadence is V to I
Will this structure remain the same in a different mode?
I.e. E Phrygian Mode in the key of C (E F G A B C D), the tonic chord is the iii of ...
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When was the deceptive cadence introduced?
Bach used the Deceptive Cadence as early as his Passacaglia and Fugue in C minor, BWV 582, which dates to the early 18th century. Are there earlier uses? A definitive answer may be impossible, but I ...
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Ic-V-I perfect cadence progression SATB part writing rules
I am studying Music at AS-level - we have to harmonise a soprano line (in any style we wish I believe) with the alto, tenor and bass parts.
One possible perfect cadence I have been taught is the Ic-V-...
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