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Mode Interval Definitions
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A whole step (W) equals 2 semitones. A half step (H) equals 1 semitone.
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Scale Construction Rule
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To construct any mode, begin on a root note and apply the interval formula step by step in sequence. Each interval determines the distance to the next note in the scale.
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Ionian Mode (Major Scale)
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The Ionian mode follows the interval pattern W W H W W W H. It is the standard major scale.
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Example: C Ionian = C D E F G A B.
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Dorian Mode
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The Dorian mode follows the interval pattern W H W W W H W. It is a minor-type scale with a raised sixth compared to the natural minor scale.
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Example: D Dorian = D E F G A B C.
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Phrygian Mode
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The Phrygian mode follows the interval pattern H W W W H W W. It is a minor-type scale with a lowered second, giving it a darker sound.
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Example: E Phrygian = E F G A B C D.
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Lydian Mode
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The Lydian mode follows the interval pattern W W W H W W H. It is a major-type scale with a raised fourth.
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Example: F Lydian = F G A B C D E.
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Mixolydian Mode
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The Mixolydian mode follows the interval pattern W W H W W H W. It is a major-type scale with a lowered seventh.
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Example: G Mixolydian = G A B C D E F.
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Aeolian Mode (Natural Minor)
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The Aeolian mode follows the interval pattern W H W W H W W. It is the natural minor scale.
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Example: A Aeolian = A B C D E F G.
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Locrian Mode
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The Locrian mode follows the interval pattern H W W H W W W. It is a diminished-type scale with a lowered second and lowered fifth.
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Example: B Locrian = B C D E F G A.
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