C dorian scale (guitar)
The C dorian scale shown across the whole guitar neck. Its notes areC – D – E♭ – F – G – A – B♭ — the filled dots are the root. Free to print or download below.
How to play the C dorian scale
- Find the root notes. The filled dots are the root note (C); the open dots are the other scale notes. Start and end on a root to hear the C dorian sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every C dorian note from the open strings up to the 15th fret, so you can play the scale in any position.
- Use it to solo. Once the shape is under your fingers, improvise over backing chords in C, always resolving to a root note.
Notes in the C dorian scale
The C dorian scale is a minor mode with a raised sixth — smooth and jazzy, common in funk and rock. Its notes are C – D – E♭ – F – G – A – B♭.
C dorian scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the C dorian scale?
The C dorian scale contains the notes C – D – E♭ – F – G – A – B♭.
What is the C dorian scale used for?
It is a minor mode with a raised sixth — smooth and jazzy, common in funk and rock.
Is the C dorian scale diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.