Writing a scale, up and down
Worked example: E harmonic minor
- Write the letters first, E up to E, in semibreves.
- Add the key signature: F sharp.
- Raise the 7th as an accidental: D sharp.
Quick check
After the letters and the key signature, what is the last step for a harmonic minor scale?
Coming down
A scale coming down has the same notes in reverse order. Without a key signature, write each sharp or flat in front of its note. In a minor scale coming down, the 7th is still raised.
Quick check
A major, coming down from the top A. Which note comes next?
Remember
- Semibreves, one octave, letters first.
- Key signature, or each sharp or flat by its note.
- Coming down: the same notes in reverse; a minor 7th still raised.
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