A Major Scale
Notes: A, B, C♯, D, E, F♯, G♯
On piano
On the guitar neck
Every note of the scale on the first 12 frets. The root is highlighted. High E string on top, as in tab.
Chords in this scale
Other A scales
Natural MinorHarmonic MinorMelodic MinorMajor PentatonicMinor PentatonicBluesDorianPhrygianLydianMixolydianLocrian
Major scale in other keys
About the major scale
The major scale (Ionian mode) is the foundation of Western music: bright, happy and resolved. Step pattern: W – W – H – W – W – W – H. W = whole step (2 frets), H = half step (1 fret).
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A major scale?
The A major scale is A, B, C♯, D, E, F♯, G♯.