Definitions of tuning terms

© 1998 by Joseph L. Monzo

All definitions by Joe Monzo unless otherwise cited


enharmonicity


    the recognition of two pitches or intervals separated by a small pitch distance as the same musical gestalt. This occurs mainly as a result of musical context.

    As a trivial example, in the 12-EQ scale, since the interval between all degrees is exactly 1.00 Semitone [= 100 cents], any interval plus or minus 0.50 Semitone from one of the 12-EQ degrees, will be perceived as the closest 12-EQ degree. This example is for explanatory purposes only - in most actual music the situation is considerably more complex.

    [from Joe Monzo, JustMusic: A New Harmony]


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