Intervals Flashcards
1
Q
Types of interval + definition
A
An interval is the distance between two notes.
Melodic = Notes played one at a time Harmonic = Notes played at same time
There are perfect and imperfect intervals.
Perfect: Unison (2 of the same note) A 4th A 5th An Octave
Imperfect: 2nd 3rd 6th 7th
2
Q
Interval qualities # = sharp b = flat bb = double flat
A
Perfect intervals have 3 different qualities:
Augmented (#)
Perfect (Natural)
Diminished (b)
Imperfect intervals have 4 different qualities: Augmented (#) Major (Natural) Minor (b) Diminished (bb)