G major scale (piano)
The G major scale shown on the keyboard. Its notes areG – A – B – C – D – E – F♯. Free to print or download below.
How to play the G major scale
- Find the root note. Start on G. The shaded keys show the G major scale ascending from the root up to the next G an octave higher.
- Play it hands separately. Play the scale slowly up and down with each hand on its own first, naming each note (G – A – B – C – D – E – F♯), before putting hands together.
- Keep an even tempo. Aim for smooth, even notes. The G major scale is the foundation for improvising and for the chords built in G.
Notes in the G major scale
The G 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 G – A – B – C – D – E – F♯.
G major scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the G major scale?
The G major scale contains the notes G – A – B – C – D – E – F♯.
What is the G 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 G major piano scale free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.