D
Whole Tone Scale
Scale Notes
D1+0 semitones
E2+2 semitones
F#3+4 semitones
G#4+6 semitones
A#5+8 semitones
C6+10 semitones
Scale Information
| Root Note | D | Scale Type | Whole Tone Scale |
| Category | Symmetrical | Number of Notes | 6 |
Interval Pattern
Semitones: 0 - 2 - 4 - 6 - 8 - 10
Pattern repeats every octave (12 semitones)
D0
D#1
E2
F3
F#4
G5
G#6
A7
A#8
B9
C10
C#11
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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
Scale built entirely of whole steps, creating a dreamy quality
Musical Context
This symmetrical scale contains 6 notes and is commonly used in Classical and Orchestral music. It's an excellent scale for beginners to learn.
Characteristics
DreamyFloatingImpressionisticAmbiguous
Practice Guide
Key Signature
2 sharps (F#, C#)
D - E - F# - G# - A# - C
Difficulty Level
BeginnerCircle of Fifths
Popular in classical and orchestral music, good for strings
Common Genres
ClassicalOrchestralGuitarViolin
Common Uses
Impressionist music
Film scores
Jazz
Ambient
Practice Tips
- • Practice ascending and descending patterns
- • Try different rhythmic variations
- • Experiment with skipping notes (thirds, fourths)
- • Use as a basis for improvisation