La cadence
Example: La cadence finale de la symphonie était très impressionnante.
Definition
"La cadence" in music refers to a sequence of chords that concludes a phrase, section, or piece, providing a sense of resolution or pause. It is often used to signal the end of a musical idea, as in the phrase, "La cadence finale de la symphonie était très impressionnante."
Etymology
The word "la cadence" comes from the French term for 'rhythm' or 'beat,' which itself derives from the Italian 'cadenza,' meaning 'falling' or 'to fall.' The term originally described the rhythmic flow or the way a melody falls, and over time it evolved to signify the harmonic conclusion in music.
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