Music note interval calculator
How to use our music note interval calculator
- Select a Tab:
- "Between Notes" → Find the interval between two notes within one octave.
- "Between Pitches" → Find the interval between two notes across multiple octaves.
- Choose Notes:
- Select the first and second notes from the dropdown menus.
- If using "Between Pitches," also select the octaves for both notes.
- Click "Calculate":
- The tool will display the interval name, the number of semitones, and the tone equivalent.
- Switching Tabs?
- Previous results will reset automatically when switching tabs.
How you can use this as a musician or producer
Music intervals in composition & songwriting
- Helps songwriters choose harmonically rich note combinations.
- Identifies intervals to create melodies, chord progressions, or harmonies.
Music intervals in arranging
- Assists in spacing instrument parts for balanced orchestration.
- Ensures vocals, lead instruments, and harmonies sit well together.
Find intervals in production & mixing
- Helps avoid clashing frequencies in arrangements.
- Ensures layers are well-spaced for a clean mix.
Train your ears & music theory
- Helps musicians visualize intervals and train their ears to recognize them.
- Essential for students learning scales, chords, and harmonic structures.
Transposition & improvisation
- Assists in quickly transposing melodies or chord progressions into different keys.
- Helps soloists choose interval-based improvisation techniques.