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 Sixth
View all intervalsterms →An interval spanning nine semitones, often described as warm, open, and gently uplifting.
Minor SecondAn interval spanning one semitone, the smallest step in standard Western music.
AugmentedAn interval that has been widened by one semitone beyond its major or perfect form.
Perfect FifthAn interval of seven semitones
Major SecondAn interval spanning two semitones, equivalent to a whole tone or whole step.
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