Octave
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Definition
The distance of 8 notes; from one note name up (or down) to the next note of the same name, e.g. from G up to G.
The second illustration shows the children's song 'Twinkle Twinkle Little Star' written out in octaves.
Examples
See how the bass part uses octaves to give the music direction
Related concepts
- Interval (H & H Tech)