F major scale (piano)

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

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

How to play the F major scale

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

Notes in the F major scale

The F major scale is the bright, standard major scale (do-re-mi), built with the pattern whole-whole-half-whole-whole-whole-half. Its notes are F – G – A – B♭ – C – D – E.

F major scale — frequently asked questions

What notes are in the F major scale?

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

What is the F major scale used for?

It is the bright, standard major scale (do-re-mi), built with the pattern whole-whole-half-whole-whole-whole-half.

Is the F major piano scale free to print?

Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.

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