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minor diatonic scale

 

Definitions from WordNet

Noun minor diatonic scale has 1 sense
  1. minor scale, minor diatonic scale - a diatonic scale with notes separated by whole tones except for the 2nd and 3rd and 5th and 6th
    --1 is a kind of mode, musical mode

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Minor Diatonic Scale

Description:

The Minor Diatonic Scale, also known as the Natural Minor Scale, is a musical scale consisting of seven notes that follows a specific pattern of intervals. In Western music theory, it is one of the most commonly used scales, particularly in minor keys.

Senses and Usages:

1. Musical Theory:

In music theory, the minor diatonic scale refers to a specific pattern of intervals used in composing melodies, harmonies, and chord progressions. It is the basis for various minor key compositions and widely used in many genres of music.

Example sentence: The melancholic melody of the song was composed using the minor diatonic scale.

2. Piano:

On a piano or keyboard, the minor diatonic scale can be easily played by using the white keys only, starting from any note. The pattern of whole and half steps remains the same across all keys.

Example sentence: In order to practice playing in minor keys, the pianist practiced the minor diatonic scale in all twelve keys.

3. Guitar:

Guitarists often use the minor diatonic scale for creating solos and improvisations in minor keys. It provides a basis for playing melodies and leads in a minor tonality.

Example sentence: The guitarist skillfully incorporated bends and slides within the minor diatonic scale to create a soulful solo.

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