The Plagal Cadence - Music Theory

The video tutorial explains the concept of musical cadences, focusing on the plagal cadence. It describes cadences as musical punctuation and details how to construct a plagal cadence using chords 4 and 1 in C major. The tutorial provides various ways to play these chords and encourages experimentation with different instruments. It also highlights the plagal cadence's use in hymns and its nickname, the 'Amen Cadence.' Practical exercises are suggested for both keyboard players and other musicians to explore the plagal cadence's possibilities.

What are some common musical contexts where a plagal cadence might be used?

Compare and contrast the plagal cadence with the perfect cadence.

Describe how a melody can incorporate a plagal cadence.