Compound Interval
An interval wider than an octave, such as a ninth, tenth, or eleventh.
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intervals
Pronunciation
/ˈkɒmpaʊnd ˈɪntəvəl/
Origin
Latin (componere, to put together)
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About Compound Interval
Compound intervals are formed by adding an octave (or more) to a simple interval. A ninth is an octave plus a second; a tenth is an octave plus a third; an eleventh is an octave plus a fourth.
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Major Third
View all intervalsterms →An interval spanning four semitones, often perceived as bright, warm, and optimistic in character.
UnisonTwo or more voices or instruments sounding the same pitch simultaneously or playing the same melody.
AugmentedAn interval that has been widened by one semitone beyond its major or perfect form.
TritoneAn interval of six semitones — exactly half an octave
ThirdAn interval spanning three diatonic scale degrees
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