Music theory lesson

What Does an Interval Sound Like?

Listen first, then connect what you hear to number, quality, and notation.

Objective

Hear an interval as a relationship between two pitches, then distinguish number from quality.

Listen and observe

An interval number counts letter names inclusively: C to E is a third. Its quality depends on semitone distance: C to E-flat is a minor third; C to E is a major third. Sing the lower pitch, imagine the upper pitch, then replay.

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Independent check

C up to E-flat is:

Printable companion

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This page belongs to the reviewed Midnight Practice Room learning path and links back to canonical Music Theory Print exercises.