

Here are the modal scales in the standard order: Dorian is often played over minor chords, Lydian is often played over major chords and Mixolydian is often played over dominant chords. In modern days the Modal Scales are frequently used in jazz improvisation. The Modal Scales (often referred to as just modes) were once discovered in Ancient Greece. Nine Tone Scales – sometimes used for jazz improvising. Super Locrian Scales – common for modern jazz.

This guide will include Bebop Scales, Modal Scales and Jazz Minor scales.īebop Scales – great for soloing or improvising in jazz.

F, Bb, Eb and Ab are all common keys in jazz since they work well for brass instrument. But there are typical scales used in jazz as this overview shows. There is not a single group of scales that can be called jazz scales – a jazz pianist uses lots of different scales.
