Shorthand Notation
Intervals are often abbreviated with a P for perfect, m for minor, M for major, d for diminished, A for augmented, followed by the interval number. The indication M and P are often omitted. The octave is P8, and a unison is usually referred to simply as "a unison" but can be labeled P1. The tritone, an augmented fourth or diminished fifth is often TT. The interval qualities may be also abbreviated with perf, min, maj, dim, aug. Examples:
- m2 (or min2): minor second,
- M3 (or maj3): major third,
- A4 (or aug4): augmented fourth,
- d5 (or dim5): diminished fifth,
- P5 (or perf5): perfect fifth.
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