The next interval we will learn about is called a Minor 6th.
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It is a 6th because it spans 6 degrees, or letters, in the scale.
It is Minor because it is a half step smaller than the 6th found in the Major Scale.
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A Minor 6th spans 8 half steps.
![](/files/tutorials/theory/intervals/08/minor_6th_blocks.jpg)
It is also equal to a Perfect 5th + a Half Step.
![](/files/tutorials/theory/intervals/08/minor_6th_blocks.jpg)
By themselves, Minor 6ths tend to have a sad sound.
Minor 6th – Up |
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