Free interval ear training for grades 6–12

Intervals are the distances between pitches. Naming them by ear helps with dictation, sight-reading, and hearing chords in band. Start with fifths, octaves, and major/minor thirds before sevenths and tritones.

Melodic intervals (one note after another) are usually easier than harmonic intervals (notes together). Practice both: hear it, name it, then find the same distance on your instrument.

Short daily reps beat marathon quizzes. Use sing-back or finger the interval on your instrument before you lock an answer. When you miss, replay and hum the distance instead of guessing from a list.

• Start with a small interval set, then expand
• Alternate ascending and descending
• Add harmonic intervals after melodic feel solid
• Pair with written interval drills on the staff

HYKOM interval drills are free. Audio plays before answers unlock. No account required — use them on your phone next to the tuner and metronome.