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In C Ionian, what is the tonic chord?
C Major
In D Dorian, what is the tonic chord?
D minor
In E Phrygian, what is the tonic chord?
E minor
In F Lydian, what is the tonic chord?
F Major
In G Mixolydian, what is the tonic chord?
G Major
In A Aeolian, what is the tonic chord?
A minor
In B Locrian, what is the tonic chord?
B diminished
What is the key signature of D Dorian?
One sharp (same as C major)
What is the key signature of E Phrygian?
One sharp (same as C major)
What is the key signature of F Lydian?
One flat (same as C major)
How are modes used in Gregorian chants?
Gregorian chants often use Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, and Mixolydian modes to create a meditative and spiritual atmosphere.
How do modes impact melodic structure?
Modes influence melodic contour and phrasing by emphasizing certain scale degrees and creating unique melodic tendencies.
What are the characteristic intervals of Dorian?
Major 6th above tonic; characteristic sound between tonic and 6th.
What are the characteristic intervals of Phrygian?
Minor 2nd above tonic; gives it a Spanish or Middle Eastern sound.
What are the characteristic intervals of Lydian?
Augmented 4th above tonic; creates a dreamy, floating quality.
What are the characteristic intervals of Mixolydian?
Minor 7th above tonic; gives it a dominant, bluesy feel.
What notes are in a C major pentatonic scale?
C, D, E, G, A
What notes are in an A minor pentatonic scale?
A, C, D, E, G
What notes are in the blues scale starting on D?
D, F, G, G#/Ab, A, C
How is Dorian built from a major scale?
Starting on the 2nd degree of a major scale.
How is Lydian built from a major scale?
Starting on the 4th degree of a major scale.
How is Mixolydian built from a major scale?
Starting on the 5th degree of a major scale.
How is Aeolian built from a major scale?
Starting on the 6th degree of a major scale.
How is Phrygian built from a major scale?
Starting on the 3rd degree of a major scale.