Tonic Parallel

Plagal Cadence

IV-I

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At a Glance

Formula:
IV-I
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Illustrated in C major.

Diagram type

IV – I

IV: F123411
I: C×○○321

What It Is

The subdominant chord resolving to the tonic, without passing through the dominant - the 'Amen' cadence.

How It Functions

A softer, less forceful close than an authentic cadence, since it lacks the dominant's leading tone.

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