Music Theory - Understanding Intervals: Part 3

This video is for those studying grade 4, or equivalent, ABRSM (associated board) music theory exams. It covers how to calculate the name and number of intervals which use key signatures of up to 5 sharps or flats. There is a also a small section on the use of double-flats, double-sharps and their enharmonics.
Grade 4 music theory can be complicated so it is advised that viewers watch Part 2 of this series of videos first to ensure that they are familiar with the concepts discussed in part 3.

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[thewizards]

I have been struggling with the concept of augmented and diminished intervals since February. Your video has managed to make sense of it all. Thank you so much for this video, really informative and easy to understand. I like how simple it is, the other things I've been reading have been far too complex for me. This was just right. Thank you for uploading!!

[musictheoryguy]

@thewizards I'm delighted to hear that you found my video useful! Many thanks for taking the time to write such a nice comment.

[hanzimaster]

if C and G are P5, C~G#=Aug5, C~Gb=Dim5, then what's C~Gx or to Gbb?

[musictheoryguy]

@hanzimaster C to Gx = doubly-augmented 5th, C to Gbb = doubly-diminished 5th. Don't worry about this if you're studying an Associated Board theory exam - in the current syllabus they'll never ask you about 'double' intervals. Hope this helps. Best wishes.

[michelekuy]

Thank you for this great explanation!!

[musictheoryguy]

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[metalfiend124]

@thewizards me too, this makes it easier than my Guitar Grimoir book does. The grimoir is correct, but you just make it a little easier to learn. Thanks.

[itrytoteachyou]

can anyone tell me what that playstation directional pad looking sign in front of a note is please?? like the one at 8:07 to the left of the screen???

[thelovelytati]

Omg God Thank You I HAVE A Music theory final Tomorrow And You've really Helped me. Your better than my Actually teacher! Please Continue Uploading!

[GrowingPatatoes]

I cant find understanding intervals one and two :(

[sorchahannah]

this is so helpful! thanks so much

[pepperswallow]

thank you so much, i've been struggling with these at grade 4 :)

[staticparsley]

Takes way too long... Just remember your key signatures

[markusboyd3]

Intervals are difficult in their simplicity.

[soc3chappd]

This is so amazing, so clear so concise i was getting bogged down with the augmented and diminished bits because i didnt understand that the same interval notes were different if they were enharmonics, but your system clears this up.....thanks so much!!!