Music theory lesson
Music Scales and Modes
See how ordered pitches define a key, then practice spelling and recognizing the scale.
A scale is an ordered collection of pitches. Start with the major pattern, connect it to a key signature, and preserve correct letter spelling when sharps or flats appear.
Choose a focused route.
Move from broad topic to one skill, then open a stable printable set.
Major Scales
All 12 major scale writing and identification
Open section →Section 2Minor Scales
Natural, harmonic, and melodic minor scales
Open section →Section 3Modes
Dorian, Mixolydian, and other modal exercises
Open section →Section 4Pentatonic & Blues
Pentatonic and blues scale worksheets
Open section →Notes, sources, and further reading
From sound to spelling
Play or sing the tonic, follow the interval pattern, and write each letter name once before choosing accidentals. Practice ascending and descending forms, then compare modes by their altered scale degrees instead of treating each mode as an unrelated list.