Scales & Modes 1.9.2

Scales & Modes is an interactive visual and audio reference tool focusing on the diatonic scales and modes essential in music theory. This mobile app allows users to explore major and minor modes showcased on the musical staff, discover fingerings for keyboard and guitar, and listen to scales note by note in any desired key. Additional fingerings for the violin and bass guitar can be unlocked through an in-app purchase.

Diatonic musical scales and modes play a pivotal role in Western music theory, providing a solid foundation for musicians. With a multitude of scales to comprehend, Scales & Modes serves as a practical companion for visualizing and hearing various scales and modes, encompassing major, natural minor, and harmonic minor scale variations.

To utilize this tool, simply pick a root note and scale to display the corresponding notes on the musical staff. By selecting the “Play Scale” option, users can listen to the scale. Furthermore, access fingering diagrams for keyboard or guitar (or expand to include violin and bass with an in-app purchase) to enhance your understanding of scale construction.