Understanding Chords and Cadences

What is an added 6th chord?

• A chord with the 6th note added, giving it a jazzy sound.

• A chord with the 7th note added, giving it a jazzy sound.

• A chord with the 6th note removed, giving it a jazzy sound.

• A chord with the 5th note added, giving it a jazzy sound.

Which chord is known for creating a strong perfect cadence?

• Added 6th

• Dominant 7th

• Diminished triad

• Plagal cadence

What is a diminished triad composed of?

• 3 Major 3rds

• 3 Minor 3rds

• 3 Perfect 5ths

• 3 Augmented 4ths

How does a diminished 7th chord sound compared to a diminished triad?

• Less sinister and scary

• More cheerful

• Even more sinister and scary

• More jazzy

What is a perfect cadence?

• Chord V to I, sounds finished

• Chord I to V, sounds unfinished

• Chord IV to I, sounds like AMEN

• Chord V to vi, sounds interrupted

What is an imperfect cadence?

• Any chord to chord V, sounds unfinished

• Chord V to I, sounds finished

• Chord IV to I, sounds like AMEN

• Chord V to vi, sounds interrupted

What is a plagal cadence?

• Chord V to I, sounds finished

• Chord I to V, sounds unfinished

• Chord IV to I, sounds finished but softer

• Chord V to vi, sounds interrupted

What is an interrupted cadence?

• Chord V to I, sounds finished

• Chord I to V, sounds unfinished

• Chord IV to I, sounds like AMEN

• Chord V to vi, sounds interrupted

What does "3 against 2" refer to in music?

• Three notes played against three

• Three notes played against two

• Two notes played against three

• Two notes played against two

What is augmentation in music?

• A decrease in the length of notes

• An increase in the length of notes

• A change in the pitch of notes

• A change in the dynamics of notes