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Ear Training — Identify interval by ear

beginner · Interval recognition

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
1.
2. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
2.
3. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
3.
4. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
4.
5. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
5.
6. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
6.
7. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
7.
8. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
8.
9. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
9.
10. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
10.

Answer key

10 questions

Ear Training — Identify interval by ear

beginner · Interval recognition

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Answer Key

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play C4, then C5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect octave
1.
2. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play F4, then F5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect octave
2.
3. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play C4, then Db4.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
3.
4. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play F4, then Gb4.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
4.
5. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play G4, then B4.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Major 3rd
5.
6. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play D5, then D6.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect octave
6.
7. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play E5, then F5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
7.
8. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play B4, then D5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 3rd
8.
9. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play E5, then F5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
9.
10. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play B4, then F#5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect 5th
10.

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10 questions

Ear Training — Identify interval by ear

beginner · Interval recognition

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
1.
2. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
2.
3. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
3.
4. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
4.
5. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
5.
6. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
6.
7. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
7.
8. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
8.
9. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
9.
10. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
10.

Answer key

10 questions

Ear Training — Identify interval by ear

beginner · Interval recognition

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Answer Key

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play C4, then C5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect octave
1.
2. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play F4, then F5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect octave
2.
3. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play C4, then Db4.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
3.
4. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play F4, then Gb4.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
4.
5. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play G4, then B4.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Major 3rd
5.
6. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play D5, then D6.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect octave
6.
7. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play E5, then F5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
7.
8. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play B4, then D5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 3rd
8.
9. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play E5, then F5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
9.
10. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play B4, then F#5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect 5th
10.

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10 questions

Ear Training — Identify interval by ear

beginner · Interval recognition

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
1.
2. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
2.
3. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
3.
4. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
4.
5. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
5.
6. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
6.
7. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
7.
8. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
8.
9. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
9.
10. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
10.

10 questions

Ear Training — Identify interval by ear

beginner · Interval recognition

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Answer Key

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play C4, then C5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect octave
1.
2. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play F4, then F5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect octave
2.
3. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play C4, then Db4.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
3.
4. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play F4, then Gb4.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
4.
5. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play G4, then B4.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Major 3rd
5.
6. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play D5, then D6.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect octave
6.
7. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play E5, then F5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
7.
8. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play B4, then D5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 3rd
8.
9. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play E5, then F5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
minor 2nd
9.
10. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Teacher playback
Play 3 times at a moderate tempo. Play B4, then F#5.
Teacher plays both pitches — student writes interval name.
Answer key
Perfect 5th
10.

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10 questions

Ear Training — Identify interval by ear

beginner · Interval recognition

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
1.
2. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
2.
3. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
3.
4. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
4.
5. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
5.
6. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
6.
7. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
7.
8. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
8.
9. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
9.
10. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
10.

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Interval recognition

Teacher playback guide for interval listening.

Download the teacher answer key

10 questions

Ear Training — Identify interval by ear

beginner · Interval recognition

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
1.
2. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
2.
3. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
3.
4. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
4.
5. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
5.
6. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
6.
7. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
7.
8. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
8.
9. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
9.
10. Identify interval by ear
Interval recognition
1. Listen to the two pitches played in succession.
2. Write the interval quality and number (e.g. Major 3rd).
Listen and write the interval.
Your answer
10.

Sheet 02Answer key included

10 questions

Ear Training — Melodic dictation

beginner · Melodic memory & notation

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
1.
2. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
2.
3. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
3.
4. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
4.
5. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
5.
6. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
6.
7. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
7.
8. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
8.
9. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
9.
10. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
10.

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Melodic dictation

Short melodic dictation exercises.

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10 questions

Ear Training — Melodic dictation

beginner · Melodic memory & notation

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
1.
2. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
2.
3. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
3.
4. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
4.
5. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
5.
6. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
6.
7. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
7.
8. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
8.
9. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
9.
10. Melodic dictation
Melodic memory & notation
1. Listen to the melody your teacher plays.
2. Notate the melody on the blank staff using correct rhythm and pitches.
Melodic dictation
10.

Sheet 03Answer key included

10 questions

Ear Training — Rhythmic dictation

beginner · Rhythmic memory & notation

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
1.
2. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
2.
3. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
3.
4. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
4.
5. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
5.
6. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
6.
7. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
7.
8. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
8.
9. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
9.
10. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
10.

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Rhythmic dictation

Clap-back rhythm patterns.

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10 questions

Ear Training — Rhythmic dictation

beginner · Rhythmic memory & notation

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
1.
2. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
2.
3. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
3.
4. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
4.
5. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
5.
6. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
6.
7. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
7.
8. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
8.
9. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
9.
10. Rhythmic dictation
Rhythmic memory & notation
1. Listen to the rhythm pattern (on one pitch).
2. Notate the rhythm on the blank staff in the given meter.
4/4
10.

Sheet 04Answer key included

10 questions

Ear Training — Identify cadence type

intermediate · Harmonic closure & cadence recognition

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: intermediate

1. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
1.
2. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
2.
3. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
3.
4. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
4.
5. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
5.
6. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
6.
7. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
7.
8. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
8.
9. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
9.
10. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
10.

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Cadence listening

Identify authentic, half, and plagal cadences.

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10 questions

Ear Training — Identify cadence type

intermediate · Harmonic closure & cadence recognition

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: intermediate

1. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
1.
2. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
2.
3. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
3.
4. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
4.
5. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
5.
6. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
6.
7. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
7.
8. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
8.
9. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
9.
10. Identify cadence type
Harmonic closure & cadence recognition
1. Listen to the two-chord progression at the end of the phrase.
2. Name the cadence type.
Listen to the two-chord progression and name the cadence.
Your answer
10.

Sheet 05Answer key included

10 questions

Ear Training — Sight-sing with solfege or numbers

beginner · Sight-singing fluency

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
1.
2. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
2.
3. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
3.
4. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
4.
5. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
5.
6. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
6.
7. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
7.
8. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
8.
9. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
9.
10. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
10.

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Sight singing — movable do

Solfege sight-singing with teacher guide.

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10 questions

Ear Training — Sight-sing with solfege or numbers

beginner · Sight-singing fluency

Listen carefully to each example your teacher plays, then complete the written response. Use the blank staves for dictation and sight-singing. Take your time — accuracy matters more than speed.

Name:Date:

Key: C majorTime: 4/4Clef: trebleDifficulty: beginner

1. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
1.
2. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
2.
3. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
3.
4. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
4.
5. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
5.
6. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
6.
7. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
7.
8. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
8.
9. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
9.
10. Sight-sing with solfege or numbers
Sight-singing fluency
1. Study the melody on the staff.
2. Sing it using the solfege or scale-degree system indicated.
Use solfege syllables
10.

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