Minor 2nd Descending
The minor 2nd is an interval that spans 2 notes on the musical staff. It consists of 1 semitone or half step. It can be practiced the following ways.
Moveable Do:
Do - Ti or Fa - Mi
Song References:
Für Elise, Jurassic Park Theme, Joy to the World
Scale Degree Numbers:
8 - 7 or 4 - 3
Major 2nd Descending
The major 2nd is an interval that spans 2 notes on the musical staff. It consists of 2 semitones or half steps. It can be practiced the following ways.
Moveable Do:
Mi - Re or Re - Do
Song References:
Mary Had a Little Lamb, Hot Crossed Buns, Yesterday (Beatles)
Scale Degree Numbers:
3 - 2 or 2 -1
Sing the descending intervals along with the recording using a system of your choice.
*HINT - Try using a different system on the repeat for extra practice.