In this lesson, you will learn about the especially important topic of “how to count intervals” in intervals and scales. Rather than simply memorizing terms, aim to explain the system and the reasons in your own words.
Key Point
Count both note names at the ends: the same note name is counted as a unison, and adjacent note names are counted as a second.
Count both note names at the ends: the same note name is counted as a unison, and adjacent note names are counted as a second.
Important Points
- Check the reasons, not only the conclusions
- Distinguish similar terms and exceptions
- Try applying the same way of thinking to other examples
Practice
- Explain the key point in two sentences.
- Give one common misunderstanding and explain what is different about it.
- Check it by applying it to a familiar or specific example.