Plagal Cadence (Amen)

I → IV → I

Position
C chord diagramGuitar chord fingering for C: string 6: muted, string 5: fret 3, string 4: fret 2, string 3: open, string 2: fret 1, string 1: open×C
F chord diagramGuitar chord fingering for F: string 6: fret 1, string 5: fret 3, string 4: fret 3, string 3: fret 2, string 2: fret 1, string 1: fret 1F
C chord diagramGuitar chord fingering for C: string 6: muted, string 5: fret 3, string 4: fret 2, string 3: open, string 2: fret 1, string 1: open×C
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About

Known as the 'Amen cadence' for its use in hymns. Creates a softer, more peaceful resolution than the authentic cadence. Warm and spiritual.

Songs using this progression

  • Let It Be — The Beatles (Amen ending)
  • Hallelujah Chorus — Handel (ending)
  • Just Give Me a Reason — P!nk feat. Nate Ruess
GospelHymnsPopClassicalpeacefulspiritualwarmresolved

Related progressions

Authentic Cadence (Perfect Resolution)
IV → V → I
ClassicalPop
Gospel Praise
I → IV → I → V → I
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