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 ...
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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 ...
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