Semitones, also known as half steps, are the smallest musical intervals used in Western music. They represent the distance between two adjacent notes on a piano keyboard, such as from C to C♯ or E to F. In a chromatic scale, there are 12 semitones within an octave, allowing for the creation of various musical scales and chords. Semitones play a crucial role in defining the tonal structure and harmonic relationships in music.
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In a harmonic interval, two notes are played simultaneously. The arrangement is defined by the distance between the two notes, measured in steps or semitones. Common harmonic intervals include the octave (8 semitones), fifth (7 semitones), and fourth (5 semitones). The specific quality of the interval, such as major, minor, perfect, augmented, or diminished, further characterizes the relationship between the notes.
A semitone is equivalent to a half-step.
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F, E, D, C, Bb, A, G and F.
Two semitones = a tone
3 semitones down from G is an E :)
There are four semitones in a major 3rd interval.
There are four semitones in the interval between C and E.
The semitones are found between the F# and G, and then between the C# and D.
There are 7 semitones in a perfect 5th.
To change key, you typically need to change by either 5 or 7 semitones.
It is half a note in pitch
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In a harmonic interval, two notes are played simultaneously. The arrangement is defined by the distance between the two notes, measured in steps or semitones. Common harmonic intervals include the octave (8 semitones), fifth (7 semitones), and fourth (5 semitones). The specific quality of the interval, such as major, minor, perfect, augmented, or diminished, further characterizes the relationship between the notes.