IV–I

The IV–I motion is known as the plagal cadence or "Amen cadence" due to its long history in hymns. It provides a gentle, satisfying resolution without the sharp pull of the dominant.

Pattern: IV – I   Example in C Major: F – C

Genre: pop, rock   Difficulty: beginner

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C Major F – C G Major C – G D Major G – D A Major D – A E Major A – E B Major E – B F♯ Major B – F♯ F Major B♭ – F B♭ Major E♭ – B♭ E♭ Major A♭ – E♭ A♭ Major D♭ – A♭ D♭ Major G♭ – D♭

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