Decoding the Cadence Grammar: visual score examples and formulas

Section role: supports the cadence grammar decoding section while the teacher formalizes student findings into standard cadence types. Slides: (1) Title — 'Decoding the Cadence Grammar'; (2) Perfect Cadence — bullets: V to I progression, leading note resolution, full stop musical function; (3) Plagal Cadence — bullets: IV to I progression, Amen cadence, peaceful resolution; (4) Imperfect Cadence — bullets: ending on V chord, comma punctuation, open-ended feel; (5) Interrupted Cadence — bullets: V to vi progression, deceptive cadence, musical surprise; (6) Bass Line Movement — bullets: step-wise vs leap movement, root positioning; (7) Strong to Weak Progression — bullets: harmonic rhythm, structural weight; Closing slide: 'Which cadence type surprised you the most during the keyboard puzzle?' — sets up the transition to the cadence audit assessment.

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