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E dorian scale
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E dorian scale — chords and intervals
The E dorian scale is the second mode of the major scale, offering a soulful and sophisticated minor sound. On guitar, it contains the notes E, F#, G, A, B, C#, D. 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 E dorian are Em7, F#m7, GMaj7, A7, Bm7, C#m7b5, DMaj7.
The E dorian scale has the following degrees: 1 2 ♭3 4 5 6 ♭7.
Intervals: W-H-W-W-W-H-W.
Diatonic chords: Em7, F#m7, GMaj7, A7, Bm7, C#m7b5, DMaj7.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord variations for composing with the E dorian scale on guitar.