Minor Intervals
Definition
Minor intervals are smaller than major intervals, spanning less than two whole steps. They have a sad or melancholic sound.
Analogy
Picture minor intervals as small steps taken on a rainy day. The gloomy atmosphere reflects the somber feeling of these intervals.
Related terms
Major Intervals: Major intervals are larger than minor intervals, spanning two whole steps or more. They have a bright and happy sound.
Perfect Second: A perfect second is an interval that spans two letter names and two semitones.
Minor Third: A minor third is an interval that spans three letter names but only three semitones.
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