C♯ dorian scale (piano)

The C♯ dorian scale shown on the keyboard. Its notes areC♯ – D♯ – E – F♯ – G♯ – A♯ – B. Free to print or download below.

C♯ dorian scale piano keyboard diagram showing C♯ – D♯ – E – F♯ – G♯ – A♯ – B

How to play the C♯ dorian scale

  1. Find the root note. Start on C♯. The shaded keys show the C♯ dorian scale ascending from the root up to the next C♯ an octave higher.
  2. Play it hands separately. Play the scale slowly up and down with each hand on its own first, naming each note (C♯ – D♯ – E – F♯ – G♯ – A♯ – B), before putting hands together.
  3. Keep an even tempo. Aim for smooth, even notes. The C♯ dorian scale is the foundation for improvising and for the chords built in C♯.

Notes in the C♯ dorian scale

The C♯ dorian scale is a minor mode with a raised sixth — smooth and jazzy. 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.

Is the C♯ dorian piano scale free to print?

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