Melody & Ear Training
Learn which notes fit over chords, how scales shape your melodic palette, and how to hear intervals. The singing side of music theory.
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Melody Note Guide
Select any diatonic chord and see which notes fit — highlighted in green (chord tones) and blue (scale tones) on a piano. The clearest way to connect chords and melody.
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Scale Dictionary
Understand your scale's full note palette with the Scale Dictionary
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Related tools in this topic
Mode Dictionary
Learn the 7 church modes with keyboard visuals and audio. Free browser mode dictionary — explore Dorian, Phrygian, Lydian, and more.
Circle of Fifths
Tap the circle to hear each key. Visualize key relationships at a glance. Free browser tool.
Interval Calculator
Select two notes to instantly see the interval name, semitone count, and consonance level. Free browser interval calculator — no install needed.
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