A Mario Cadence
bVI – bVII – I progression in A major
A Mario Cadence — bVI – bVII – I
The A bVI–bVII–I Mario Cadence (F – G – A) borrows from the parallel minor to create an ascending, triumphant resolution. With seventh chords (FMaj7 – G7 – AMaj7), it adds cinematic weight to the iconic victory sound.