Getting into modal playing can be difficult, especially considering the number of modes available. In this lesson, we'll study the very useful Dorian scale and discuss how to use it effectively.

The second lesson in a series of lessons designed to help you internalize scales, be able to change key and know them over your entire fretboard inside and out!

Phrasing using A Dorian mode at intermediate/advanced level.

We continue working with the modes harmonized with triads. Now it's time for the Dorian mode.

This scale gives you a new tools for your compositions. The Dorian mode is used in jazz, and in some rock and pop music making it sound "jazzy". No matter if you play rock, pop or metal, you will find very original stuff if you used it.

The Dorian mode is one of the seven Greek modes and is basically a minor scale with the 6th degree major. This note gives the main quality to the sound of this mode.

The C dorian mode harmonized in 4ths to create interesting comping lines and improv. First part in a series.

Covers basics of the Dorian mode: using A Dorian. This mode is pretty much like a minor scale with major 6th interval so you might want to look at it that way for better overview and recognizing.

The Dorian scale is one of the most popular modes, very rocky and versatile!