CHAPTER 6: SCALES

Grade 1 Theory Terms and Signs

Grade 1 Theory – Scales

 

This chapter introduces scales for grade 1 theory. You need to understand:

  • The scale of C major
  • The degrees of the scale
  • Tones and Semitones in scales
  • The scales of G major, D major and F major
After watching the videos and reading the information you should be able to complete chapter 6 in your workbook.

PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME OF THE VIDEOS DO NOT HAVE NARRATION SO YOU CAN WORK THROUGH THEM AT YOUR OWN PACE!

Tones and Semitones (and Degrees of Scales)

Scales

 

C Major  = The scale of C major has no sharps or flats

G Major = The scale of G major has one sharp. This sharp is F#.

D Major = The scale of D major has two sharps. These sharps are F# and C#.

F Major = The scale of F major has one flat. This flat is Bb in key.

 

Scales of C major, G major, D major and F major