Another Quote by Allan Holdsworth
“For me, the only thing that makes one scale different from another is not the starting note; it's the separation of the intervals.”
About This Quote
Source Interview: Guitar Masterclass, 2012
Musical identity depends on interval relationships, not just starting notes.
In simple terms: Intervals define music.
Focus on interval choices.
Themes
Mood
Type
When to use this quote
- composing
- improvisation
- education
Key Concepts
Questions to Reflect On
- How do intervals affect emotional impact?
- What intervals inspire you?
Intervals are abstract; listeners may not notice.