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Examples 7c - Cadences

In the following examples, determine:

  • what chord progressions are associated with each type of cadence.
    • perfect authentic cadence
    • imperfect authentic cadence
    • half cadence
    • deceptive cadence
    • plagal cadence
    • phrygian cadence
  • what chord functions (i.e. tonic, dominant, pre-dominant) are used in each type of cadence.
  • what chord tones are present in the soprano and bass.
  • what other musical elements affect the phrase ending.