Deceptive resolution refers to a harmonic progression where the expected resolution is unexpectedly diverted to a different chord. It creates a sense of surprise and tension in the music.
Cadence: A cadence is a musical phrase that brings a sense of finality or closure to a piece of music.
Tonicization: Tonicization occurs when a chord other than the tonic becomes temporarily emphasized as if it were the tonic.
Modulation: Modulation refers to changing from one key to another within a piece of music.
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