E♭ dorian scale (piano)

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

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

How to play the E♭ dorian scale

  1. Find the root note. Start on E♭. The shaded keys show the E♭ dorian scale ascending from the root up to the next E♭ 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 (E♭ – F – G♭ – A♭ – B♭ – C – D♭), before putting hands together.
  3. Keep an even tempo. Aim for smooth, even notes. The E♭ dorian scale is the foundation for improvising and for the chords built in E♭.

Notes in the E♭ dorian scale

The E♭ dorian scale is a minor mode with a raised sixth — smooth and jazzy. Its notes are E♭ – F – G♭ – A♭ – B♭ – C – D♭.

E♭ dorian scale — frequently asked questions

What notes are in the E♭ dorian scale?

The E♭ dorian scale contains the notes E♭ – F – G♭ – A♭ – B♭ – C – D♭.

What is the E♭ dorian scale used for?

It is a minor mode with a raised sixth — smooth and jazzy.

Is the E♭ dorian piano scale free to print?

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