Understanding Musical Intervals

This video tutorial covers the basics of compound intervals in music theory. It explains the difference between regular and compound intervals, which are intervals larger than an octave. The tutorial introduces two methods for naming compound intervals: counting the notes and lowering the top note by an octave. It provides examples and practice exercises to reinforce understanding. The video also discusses perfect intervals and emphasizes the importance of using the term 'compound' for intervals larger than an octave. Viewers are encouraged to download a cheat sheet and suggest future topics.

What is a compound interval?

• An interval exactly an octave

• An interval smaller than an octave

• An interval that is diminished

• An interval larger than an octave

Which of the following is NOT a descriptive word for intervals?

• Minor

• Major

• Harmonic

• Perfect

In Method 1, how do you determine the interval between two notes?

• By counting the number of notes between them

• By using a piano

• By identifying the key signature

• By counting the number of semitones

If E is 13 notes higher than G, what is the interval called?

• Minor 13th

• Perfect 13th

• Major 13th

• Augmented 13th

In Method 2, what is the first step to identify a compound interval?

• Identify the key signature

• Raise the bottom note by an octave

• Lower the top note by an octave

• Count the notes between the two notes

What is the interval between G and E when E is lowered by an octave?

• Major 6th

• Minor 6th

• Perfect 6th

• Augmented 6th

What is a compound major sixth also known as?

• Minor 13th

• Augmented 13th

• Perfect 13th

• Major 13th

What is the interval called when there are nine notes between middle C and D?

• Compound fifth

• Compound second

• Compound third

• Compound fourth

What is the interval called when there are ten notes between middle C and E?

• Compound third

• Compound fourth

• Compound second

• Compound fifth

What is the interval called when C double sharp is one semitone larger than C sharp in E major?

• Augmented sixth

• Major sixth

• Diminished sixth

• Minor sixth