absolute pitch
the exact pitch of a tone in terms of vibrations per second.
Also called perfect pitch. the ability to sing or recognize the pitch of a tone by ear.
Origin of absolute pitch
1- Compare relative pitch.
Words Nearby absolute pitch
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How to use absolute pitch in a sentence
Prof. Ladd's statement that these contractions assist the ear in the judgment of absolute pitch has already been cited.
The Psychology of Singing | David C. TaylorThe sign placed at the beginning of a stave, determining the absolute pitch of the notes that follow it.
On the other hand, any one who can play a single phrase in absolute pitch has the first and great essential.
Violin Mastery | Frederick H. MartensIn a few individuals, and especially in early life, there may be an appreciation of absolute pitch.
The key in which the System is taken fixes the absolute pitch of the series.
The Modes of Ancient Greek Music | David Binning Monro
British Dictionary definitions for absolute pitch
Also called (not in technical usage): perfect pitch the ability to identify exactly the pitch of a note without comparing it to another
the exact pitch of a note determined by its number of vibrations per second
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