Music Intervals Worksheet

The Music Intervals Worksheet is a helpful tool for music students, composers, and enthusiasts who are eager to improve their understanding of intervals in music theory.

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What is a music interval?

A music interval is the distance in pitch between two notes. It is determined by the number of letter names included in the interval (e.g. C to E is a third) and the quality of the interval (e.g. major, minor, perfect, augmented, diminished). Intervals are crucial in music theory as they form the building blocks for melodies, harmonies, and chords.

How are music intervals measured?

Music intervals are measured by counting the number of half steps or semitones between two pitches. The distance between two notes can vary from a half step (e.g. C to C#) to a major ninth (e.g. C to D). Each interval has a unique quality and sound based on its specific number of half steps.

What is a unison interval?

A unison interval is the distance between two musical notes that have the same pitch, meaning they are played or sung at the exact same frequency. It is the smallest and most basic interval in music, as the two notes sound identical and create a sense of unity.

What is a second interval?

A second interval is a musical interval that consists of two notes that are two letter names apart in the diatonic scale, such as C and D, or G and A. It can be either major (two whole tones apart) or minor (one and a half tones apart), depending on the specific notes involved.

What is a third interval?

A third interval in music theory refers to the distance between two notes that are three letter names apart. For example, a third interval from C would be E, as there are three letter names (C, D, E) between them. Third intervals can be major (four half steps) or minor (three half steps) depending on the specific notes involved.

What is a fourth interval?

A fourth interval is a musical interval spanning four diatonic scale degrees within a single key signature. It can be either perfect (5 half steps) or augmented/diminished depending on the specific notes involved. In Western music theory, fourth intervals often create a sense of tension and can be found in various contexts ranging from melodies to harmonies.

What is a fifth interval?

A fifth interval is a musical interval that spans five diatonic scale degrees within a particular key. It is a common interval in music theory and is known for its harmonious and pleasing sound. A perfect fifth consists of seven half steps or three whole steps between two notes, creating a strong sense of tonality and harmony when played together.

What is a sixth interval?

A sixth interval is the distance of six scale degrees between two notes in music. This interval is known for its harmonious sound and is commonly used in chords and melodies to create a pleasant and rich sound quality.

What is a seventh interval?

A seventh interval is a musical distance of seven letter names between two notes, such as C to B in the key of C major. It can be classified as a major seventh, if the distance is 11 semitones, or a minor seventh, if the distance is 10 semitones. Seventh intervals have a strong dissonant sound and are commonly used in music to create tension and resolution.

What is an octave interval?

An octave interval is a musical interval spanning eight diatonic scale degrees. It is the distance between a note and another note with the same letter name but at a higher or lower pitch, such as C to C or G to G. This interval is fundamental in music theory and is commonly associated with having a pleasing, harmonious sound due to the relationship between the frequencies of the notes involved.