Heptatonic

/ˌhɛptəˈtɑːnɪk/ adjective

Definition

In music, relating to or based on a seven-note scale, like the major or minor scale used in Western music.

Etymology

From Greek 'hepta' (seven) + 'tonos' (tone or note) + '-ic,' describing musical systems with seven distinct tones.

Kelly Says

The heptatonic scale (do-re-mi-fa-sol-la-ti-do) has dominated music for centuries—seven tones create the most psychologically satisfying patterns humans experience!

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