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SCALE · ON BASS CLARINET

G♯ Ionian

The major scale labelled as a mode — the pre-tonal bright default.

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Tempo120 bpm

Playback sounds an octave + major 2nd below the written notation — the instrument's concert (sounding) pitch.

Audio source: tonejs-instruments by Nick Brosowsky (MIT)

Engraved by Verovio 6.2.0-43f8060 5 title G♯ Ionian Verovio
Keyboard
F𝄪B♯E♯F𝄪B♯E♯F𝄪B♯E♯F𝄪G♯A♯C♯D♯G♯A♯C♯D♯G♯A♯C♯D♯
Related scales
Diatonic chord harmonisation
Same scale, other instruments
Same scale, other tonics
Modes built on this tonic
Theory reference
Questions
What notes are in the G♯ Ionian scale?

The G♯ Ionian scale uses the notes G♯, A♯, B♯, C♯, D♯, E♯, F𝄪 (one octave; the pattern repeats at higher registers).

What chords work over G♯ Ionian?

The diatonic chords of G♯ major: G♯ major, ii minor, iii minor, IV major, V major (or V7), vi minor, vii°. Strong cadences use IV→V→I.

How do I finger G♯ Ionian on Bass Clarinet?

On woodwinds, scales train fingering coordination + breath support + register changes. Pay particular attention to the break (the register-key transition); slow practice with a tuner reveals intonation issues across the break.

When would I use the Ionian scale?

The major scale labelled as a mode — the pre-tonal bright default.