Half Steps and Whole Steps

Benjamin Wright
7 min read
Study Guide Overview
This AP Music Theory study guide covers half steps and whole steps, how to measure and name intervals (including major, minor, perfect, augmented, and diminished), interval recognition by ear, and consonant vs. dissonant intervals (including the tritone). It also provides practice questions and exam tips.

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Question 1 of 11
What is the interval between E and F on a piano keyboard? 🎹
A whole step
A half step
Two whole steps
One and a half steps