Aeolian

Aeolian

Mode Modal Scale Musical Scale Natural Minor Scale

The Aeolian mode is identical to the Natural Minor Scale, with the interval pattern:

• • W–H–W–W–H–W–W**

Example

• A Aeolian: A – B – C – D – E – F – G – A

Characteristics

• Melancholic, emotional sound
• Common in classical, folk, and tango music

See also

• Minor Scale
• Dorian
• Phrygian