E♭ Ionian
The major scale labelled as a mode — the pre-tonal bright default.
Playback sounds a minor 3rd below the written notation — the instrument's concert (sounding) pitch.
Audio source: tonejs-instruments by Nick Brosowsky (MIT)
What notes are in the E♭ Ionian scale?
The E♭ Ionian scale uses the notes E♭, F, G, A♭, B♭, C, D (one octave; the pattern repeats at higher registers).
What chords work over E♭ Ionian?
The diatonic chords of E♭ major: E♭ major, ii minor, iii minor, IV major, V major (or V7), vi minor, vii°. Strong cadences use IV→V→I.
How do I finger E♭ Ionian on Clarinet in A?
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.