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Fundamentals of Music Theory |
Generic Intervals |
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Intervals
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An interval is the distance between two pitches. You already know some intervals: half steps and whole steps. |
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Intervals have a generic name and a specific name, or quality. A generic interval is a count of the letter names from one note to another, ignoring accidentals, and counting both notes.
This will work for all of the intervals except a 1st, which we call a unison or prime and an 8th which we call an octave. |
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Speed Tip: the notes of an odd-numbered interval will both be on a line or in a space. When one note is on a line and the other in a space, it is an even-numbered interval. |
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What is the generic name of the intervals below? Click on the
generic name to see a new interval. See how fast and accurate you
can get! Now construct the generic interval listed above or below the
given note! Click in the empty bar to add the correct note. |
Are you a speed demon at generic intervals? If so, you're ready to go on to name the interval quality!
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