Intervals 2 of 2
Melodic and harmonic intervals
Hear the same interval as upward motion, downward motion, and two notes sounding together.
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The same distance can move or stack
A melodic interval plays across time. A harmonic interval sounds at once.
Hear a harmonic major third
C and E can also sound together. The interval name still describes their relationship.
Playable theory
Major thirdMajor third
C major, 2/4, treble clef
Notes: C4 + E4
- C4 + E4
C4
E4