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Interval Ear Training
Hear two notes, name the interval. Pick which intervals to drill and whether they play ascending, descending or together. Audio plays in your browser — use headphones. Next step: chord ear training.
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Interval reference
| Interval | Half steps | Example above C |
|---|---|---|
| Minor 2nd | 1 | C–D♭ |
| Major 2nd | 2 | C–D |
| Minor 3rd | 3 | C–E♭ |
| Major 3rd | 4 | C–E |
| Perfect 4th | 5 | C–F |
| Tritone (A4 / d5) | 6 | C–F♯ / C–G♭ |
| Perfect 5th | 7 | C–G |
| Minor 6th | 8 | C–A♭ |
| Major 6th | 9 | C–A |
| Minor 7th | 10 | C–B♭ |
| Major 7th | 11 | C–B |
| Perfect octave | 12 | C–C |
FAQ
How should I practice interval ear training?
Start with a few contrasting intervals (for example, perfect 5th vs. major 3rd), get them consistently right, then add one interval at a time. Practice ascending first, then descending and harmonic.
Does this help with AP Music Theory?
Hearing intervals underpins melodic dictation and many aural multiple-choice questions. Pair it with chord ear training and the full practice test.
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