Tonic Parallel

Deceptive Cadence

V-vi

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At a Glance

Formula:
V-vi
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Illustrated in C major.

Diagram type

V – vi

V: G○○○213
vi: Am×○○231

What It Is

The dominant chord resolving to the relative-minor-substitute (vi) instead of the expected tonic.

How It Functions

Sets up a strong expectation of resolution to the tonic, then subverts it for surprise or to extend a phrase.

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