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Frequently Asked Questions - Scales and Modes



Scales and modes can be used as the building blocks for solos and chords. This page contains answers to your questions about scales and includes some examples of how you can use them to spice up your playing.
Which mode should I use?
I understand that D Dorian is D E F G A B C D but what about D Ionian or D Lydian? I understand that when you play D dorian you gotta start and end with the D note but what if you start with A or some other notes but end with D note ... More...

What is the difference between C Ionian and D Dorian?
If C Ionian is C D E F G A B C and D Dorian is D E F G A B C D, then what is the difference between the two?The difference is not so obvious. To fully appreciate the difference, you need to play a chord that has a C in it over the C ... More...

More Questions

  1. How do you move a scale from one key to another?
  2. Where can I get scales tabbed for guitar?
  3. How do you know what notes you can use in a solo?
  4. What are some scales and chords used in celtic music?
  5. If the Major scale is comprised of 8 notes where is the 8th note?
  6. How do I take a scale and make it into a solo?
  7. How do I construct other modal scales?
  8. How do I construct minor scales?
  9. What are modes?
  10. What are fills? How do I use scales as fills?
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