Quiz 7 Flashcards
What are the frequencies of the Pythagorean scale generated using?
Only multiples of 3 and 2
Why is the interval of 3:2 referred to as a perfect fifth?
it is the 5th note in the diatonic scale
Why does the 12 tone equal temperament scale work better than the 11 tone equivalent?
it contains many intervals which are close to their just equivalents
There are 7 modes within the diatonic scale. What is true about these modes?
each mode starts on a different note and has a different set of intervals
what is an advantage of the 12 tone equal temperament scale?
all notes are equivalent
what is a tribone?
the least harmonious interval in the diatonic scale
what is the Pythagorean comma?
the difference between 12 successive perfect 5ths and 7 octaves
why has the 12 tone chromatic scale been so successful?
several of intervals are close to just ratios and sound harmonious
there are 12 diatonic scales within the 12 tone chromatic scale. what is special about the scales?
all scales are equivalent
what are the intervals in the 12 tone equal temperament scale generated using?
scaling of 1.45831
