Thirds

Tell a minor third from a major third.

A minor third spans three semitones; a major third spans four. These distances form the lower part of minor and major triads.

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90 BPM · 4/4 · With guidance

Minor third ascending, Major third ascending

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95 BPM · 4/4 · Without hints

Minor third descending, Major third descending

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100 BPM · 4/4 · Without hints

Minor third ascending, Major third ascending, Minor third descending, Major third descending

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