C Dorian scale

The C Dorian scale is a seven-note scale consisting of the notes C, D, E♭, F, G, A, and B♭. The scale corresponds to a natural minor scale with the sixth degree raised a half step.

The C Dorian scale is a mode of the B-flat major scale. It contains the same notes but starts on the second degree of the major scale.

Name
C Dorian scale
Synonym
C Dorian mode
Notes
C D E♭ F G A B♭ C
Intervals
1 2 ♭3 4 5 6 ♭7 1
Formula
2-1-2-2-2-1-2
Type
heptatonic (7 notes per octave)

C Dorian scale on piano

C Dorian scale on guitar

C Dorian scale on ukulele

C Dorian scale on the staff