D dorian scale

D dorian

  • DR
  • E2
  • F♭3
  • G4
  • A5
  • B6
  • C♭7

Positions

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Solo over i–iv–v–i in D minor →Memorize this scale →

How it is built

  • A minor scale with a natural 6th: B instead of B♭. Seven notes.
  • B against the flat third F is the dorian color. It is the sound of minor funk, Santana, and most minor-key jazz.
  • Same notes as C major, started from its second degree.

Chords that fit D dorian

Other D scales