MnemonicMajor = W-W-H-W-W-W-H
TheoryEach scale keeps the same semitone distances no matter the key.
UseCount intervals from the selected root before checking note names.
Mnemonic3rd sets major or minor color first
TheoryDegrees are relative positions, so they transpose with the root.
UsePractice saying degrees while playing to lock interval memory.
MnemonicI Don't Particularly Like Modes A Lot
TheoryModes share notes but change gravity because tonic moves.
UsePlay same note set, then change root to hear mode color changes.
MnemonicMajor pentatonic drops 4 and 7
TheoryFewer semitone conflicts makes lines more consonant.
UseUse as an entry point before full heptatonic modes.
MnemonicHarmonic minor = natural minor + raised 7
TheoryRaised leading tone creates stronger dominant pull in minor.
UseCompare the same root across minor forms to train recognition.
MnemonicSay the formula before touching keys
TheoryNaming before execution improves transfer to real music.
UseUse linear for sequence control, random for recall pressure.