relative pitch
The term "relative pitch" is commonly used in music theory to describe the skill of identifying or producing notes based on their relationship to other notes.
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Definition
B2Music
(technical, academic)The ability to identify or produce a note by comparing it with another note.
Example
- Musicians with relative pitch can easily harmonize with others during a performance.
- She used her relative pitch to tune her guitar without a tuner.
B2Music
(technical, academic)The interval or distance between two notes.
Example
- Understanding relative pitch is essential for composing music.
- He calculated the relative pitch to ensure the chord sounded right.
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