1.15 The G major scale

In this chapter, you’ll learn how you can make the G major scale by applying the sequence: whole - whole - half - whole - whole - whole - half, starting from G. You’ll also learn how to play the G major scale on the piano.

1. The structure of the G major scale

Every major scale consists of the following sequence: whole - whole - half - whole - whole - whole - half. When you apply this sequence starting from G, you get the tones G A B C D E F# G.

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Examples

Which tones will you get if you construct a major scale, starting from G?

The G major scale is comprised of the notes: G A B C D E F# G.
The G major scale has one sharp: F sharp. One accidental is notated.

2. Ear training

Listen to the sound of the G major scale.

The G major scale

3. The G major scale played on the piano

The G major scale ascending and descending, played by the right hand over one and over two octaves.

The fingering of the G major scale played with the right hand.

The G major scale ascending and descending, played by the left hand over one and over two octaves.

The fingering of the G major scale played with the left hand.

The G major scale is comprised of the notes G A B C D E F# G.
The G major scale has one sharp : F sharp.