Modal Scales
The Dorian Mode: Sound, Structure, and How to Use It
The Dorian mode is one of the most versatile and widely used modes in modern music. Learn its formula, characteristic...
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Modal Scales
Lydian vs. Ionian: What's the Difference and When to Use Each
Lydian and Ionian both sound "major" — but one note separates them, and that note makes all the difference. Here's a...
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