A Dorian
Learn the A Dorian scale on guitar: notes (A, B, C, D, E, F♯, G), interval formula, positions, and an interactive audio tool.
Enharmonic name: AQuick answer
A minor mode with a subtle lift from its major sixth. Its notes are A, B, C, D, E, F♯, G.
Positions
6 string E
Fret: 0, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12
5 string A
Fret: 0, 2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12
4 string D
Fret: 0, 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 10, 12
3 string G
Fret: 0, 2, 4, 5, 7, 9, 11, 12
2 string B
Fret: 0, 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12
1 string E
Fret: 0, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 10, 12
Notes
- AR
- BM2
- Cm3
- DP4
- EP5
- F♯M6
- Gm7
Intervals
R · M2 · m3 · P4 · P5 · M6 · m7
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A Dorian scale?
A · B · C · D · E · F♯ · G