Last Updated: November 21, 2025
Major Scale
Pattern
W-W-H-W-W-W-H (W=whole step, H=half step)
C Major
C-D-E-F-G-A-B-C
Common Chords
| Chord Type | Formula | Example (C) |
|---|---|---|
Major
|
1-3-5 | C-E-G |
Minor
|
1-♭3-5 | C-E♭-G |
Dominant 7th
|
1-3-5-♭7 | C-E-G-B♭ |
Major 7th
|
1-3-5-7 | C-E-G-B |
Time Signatures
| Signature | Meaning |
|---|---|
4/4
|
4 beats per measure, quarter note gets 1 beat |
3/4
|
3 beats per measure (waltz time) |
6/8
|
6 beats per measure, eighth note gets 1 beat |
💡 Pro Tip:
Learn the Circle of Fifths to understand key relationships!