Major 2nds Dictation 1 2 In the next few lessons you will practice hearing Major 2nds played up, down, and as chords. You will then write them in music notation. Please press the Exercise button below.November 10, 2012 1 2 In the next few lessons you will practice hearing Major 2nds played up, down, and as chords. You will then write them in music notation. Please press the Exercise button below.