maior

Definition of the Latin term maior in music:

  1. major (type of key, chord, or scale)
  2. major (type of interval)
  3. bigger, larger, greater
  4. older
Language
Latin
Singular
maior
Plural
maiores

Combinations

Latin musical terms that include maior:

  • modus maior – maximode (the relationship between maxima and long...
  • prolatio maior – perfect prolation (mensural value in medieval nota...

Related terms

Latin musical terms related to maior:

  • minor – minor (type of key, chord, or scale)...