The Math of Music - TWO MINUTE MUSIC THEORY #32

The video explores Pythagoras' influence on music through mathematical ratios, explaining how intervals and octaves are calculated. It delves into the overtone series and different tuning systems, illustrating how ratios define musical intervals and can form scales.

What did Pythagoras contribute to the understanding of music?

• He created the first musical instrument.

• He was the first to write a symphony.

• He discovered that music could be made using ratios.

• He invented the piano.

How is an octave defined in terms of frequency?

• An octave is a 2:1 ratio.

• An octave is a 4:3 ratio.

• An octave is a 5:4 ratio.

• An octave is a 3:2 ratio.

What is the frequency of the A1 octave above 440 Hz?

• 220 Hz

• 660 Hz

• 880 Hz

• 1760 Hz

Which ratio represents a perfect fifth?

• 8:5

• 4:3

• 5:4

• 3:2

What can be formed using the ratios from the overtone series?

• A rhythm pattern

• A symphony

• A scale

• A new musical instrument