Originally Posted by: Cryptic ExcretionsActually, things like the Augmented 3rd have more purpose than meets the eye and aren't actually needlessly complex terms to strike fear into beginners' eyes. And that's why these teachers (who apparantly need to show off) don't bombard beginners with things like that. But as for the validity of things like the Augmented 3rd. Well, Take E to G#. That's a Major 3rd. What if we raise it to G##? That's an Augmented 3rd, as I'm sure you already know. While it still sounds like an A, the function of it is different. It's a type of 3rd, not a 4th. Any E to any G is a third. Sharp or flat, diminished or augmented. It's how it's organized and depending on the situation will determine whether you'll use an Augmented 3rd (G##) or Perfect 4th (A). I compare it to the English use of there, their, and they're. Depending on what situation you're in will determine which one you use and though they sound the same their function is completely different.

I don't think it's the comment about chromatics that you've made that's really going to get people riled up and ready to retaliate. More so the response to Julian. Just not a good way to go about things.


http://dictionary.reference.com/search?q=chromatics

Wow, you are really impressing me with your vast knowledge. You think I was making an example of how a 3rd is agumented with a sixth, and realize there a problem with that, its not a realistic soulution, I must show him my superior intelegence, and impress myself with my brilliance. But I am here to tell you I am not impressed. You likly dident even comprehend my true message being consumed with looking for any part you could dispute so to show your on a higher level. You got alot to learn, but you will never admit it. Julian got what he deserverd, let me guess, hes your buddy, and you got his back. Im impressed.