C
Major Scale
Scale Notes
C1+0 semitones
D2+2 semitones
E3+4 semitones
F4+5 semitones
G5+7 semitones
A6+9 semitones
B7+11 semitones
Scale Information
| Root Note | C | Scale Type | Major Scale |
| Category | Diatonic | Number of Notes | 7 |
Interval Pattern
Semitones: 0 - 2 - 4 - 5 - 7 - 9 - 11
Pattern repeats every octave (12 semitones)
C0
C#1
D2
D#3
E4
F5
F#6
G7
G#8
A9
A#10
B11
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Understanding the Pattern: The numbers above show the interval distances between scale notes in semitones (half-steps). The highlighted notes like this are the notes that belong to this scale. This pattern can be moved to any starting note to create the same scale in different keys - that's how scales work across all 12 keys!
Scale Overview
Description
The foundation of Western music theory with a bright, happy sound
Musical Context
This diatonic scale contains 7 notes and is commonly used in Classical and Pop music. It's an excellent scale for beginners to learn.
Characteristics
BrightHappyStableConsonant
Practice Guide
Key Signature
No sharps or flats
C - D - E - F - G - A - B
Difficulty Level
BeginnerCircle of Fifths
Perfect for beginners - no sharps or flats to worry about
Common Genres
ClassicalPopFolkBeginner pieces
Common Uses
Pop music
Classical music
Folk music
Children's songs
Practice Tips
- • Practice ascending and descending patterns
- • Try different rhythmic variations
- • Experiment with skipping notes (thirds, fourths)
- • Use as a basis for improvisation
Related Modes
These scales share the same notes but start from different degrees: