Building Major Scales

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Objective

I can construct a major scale in any key using whole and half steps.

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Warm-up video

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Practice

7 questions

1

What is the interval between the first and second degree of a major scale?

2

Describe the pattern of whole and half steps that defines a major scale.

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Exit ticket

Quick comprehension check

Write out an F major scale, indicating whole and half steps.

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