Musical Mode Classifications

VOCABULARY flashcards defining various musical modes and key identification methods found in the lecture notes.

Ionian

The $M$ scale.

Dorian

A classic scale with a raised $6$th ($6$) that often uses $II$ despite being in a minor key.

Phrygian

A scale like $m$ with a lowered $2$ ($2$nd) that produces a "Spanish sound".

Lydian

An $M$ scale with a raised $4$.

Mixolydian

An $M$ scale with a lowered $7$.

Aeolian

The natural minor scale.

Locrian

An $m$ scale with a lowered $2$ and $5$.

Major vs. Minor Determination

compare scale degrees 1 and 3 (minor interval means minor key)