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C dorian scale
Fretboard diagram
C dorian scale — chords and intervals
The C dorian scale is the second mode of the major scale, offering a soulful and sophisticated minor sound. On guitar, it contains the notes C, D, Eb, F, G, A, Bb. Because it features a major sixth, it sounds brighter and more hopeful than the natural minor. It is the go-to scale for jazz, funk, and modal blues. The diatonic chords of C dorian are Cm7, Dm7, EbMaj7, F7, Gm7, Am7b5, BbMaj7.
The C dorian scale has the following degrees: 1 2 ♭3 4 5 6 ♭7.
Intervals: W-H-W-W-W-H-W.
Diatonic chords: Cm7, Dm7, EbMaj7, F7, Gm7, Am7b5, BbMaj7.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord variations for composing with the C dorian scale on guitar.