Music Interval Calculator — name & semitones

Find the interval between two notes — its name and semitone count — or get the note a given interval away.

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About this tool

The interval calculator names the distance between any two notes — a major third or a perfect fifth, say — and gives its size in semitones, or works the other way to find the note a chosen interval above or below a starting pitch. It is a quick helper for ear training, harmony homework or building chords by hand. Everything is worked out in your browser.

Frequently asked questions

What is a musical interval?

An interval is the pitch distance between two notes, described by a number and a quality — a minor third (three semitones) or a perfect fifth (seven semitones), for example. Intervals are the building blocks of chords, melodies and scales.

How many semitones is a perfect fifth?

A perfect fifth spans seven semitones — C up to G, for instance. The calculator shows the semitone count for any interval, which makes it easy to transpose a part or build a chord with the right spacing.