Interval reading: 4ths and 5ths

Why this matters

4ths and 5ths are the next leap up — they shape major chords (root-3rd-5th).

What you should be able to do

Play 12 mixed 4th and 5th patterns with correct landing notes.

Estimated focus time: 1.5h

How to practice this on your piano today

1. 1. From a beginner score, identify 4ths (3 letters apart) and 5ths (4 letters apart).
2. 2. Play each on the keyboard — 5ths feel 'open' (most chord roots are built on these).
3. 3. Practice C-G, F-C, G-D 5ths from memory.
4. 4. Combine with 2nds/3rds: read a phrase mixing all four interval sizes.
5. 5. Aim for 15 mixed intervals identified in 30 seconds.