The Difference Between a Mode and a Scale
Music Theory: Level 1 • 3m 51s
If you've ever cried out, "WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN SCALES AND MODES?!" then this lesson was made for you. It's important to understand this concept as you develop your skills on the guitar, and after teaching thousands of students, I think I've finally figured out how to convey this information in an easy, digestible format. Make sure to check out all the lessons of the Major Scale section to find out exactly how to use these modes, along with a ton of other useful awesomeness.
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