C Chromatic
All 12 semitones, in order. Used for chromatic passing tones and modern jazz / classical lines.
Playback sounds a perfect 5th below the written notation — the instrument's concert (sounding) pitch.
Audio source: FluidR3_GM SoundFont (public domain)
What notes are in the C Chromatic scale?
The C Chromatic scale uses the notes C, C♯, D, D♯, E, F, F♯, G, G♯, A, A♯, B (one octave; the pattern repeats at higher registers).
What's the Chromatic scale formula?
The Chromatic scale follows the interval pattern H H H H H H H H H H H H, where W = whole step (2 semitones) and H = half step (1 semitone). Apply that pattern starting on C to get the C Chromatic scale.
What chords work over C Chromatic?
Try chord pairings derived from the scale's third, fifth, and seventh degrees as roots — they share the most diatonic notes.
How do I finger C Chromatic on French Horn?
On brass, scales train embouchure + valve / slide coordination across the partials. Slow practice with a tuner reveals intonation tendencies (e.g., the 5th partial sharp on trumpet).
When would I use the Chromatic scale?
All 12 semitones, in order. Used for chromatic passing tones and modern jazz / classical lines.