major scale

A major scale is a sequence of seven distinct musical notes ordered in a specific pattern of whole and half steps, creating a bright, happy sound. It follows the pattern: whole, whole, half, whole, whole, whole, half steps between notes. Starting from a root note, the scale includes notes that are naturally pleasing to the ear, forming the foundation for much Western music. The major scale serves as a fundamental building block in composition and improvisation, providing a framework for melodies, harmonies, and chords.