Dorian Mode

Dorian is built on the second degree of the major scale: W-H-W-W-W-H-W. It's a minor mode with a raised sixth — giving it a jazzy, soulful quality. 'Scarborough Fair' and Miles Davis's 'So What' use Dorian.

How to Use This Reference

Download our free printable staff paper from the recommended templates below and write out the dorian mode yourself. Writing scales by hand reinforces the pattern in your muscle memory faster than any app.