Lesson 4.8 - Writing Chromatic Scales

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A chromatic scale is one where every semitone between two given notes is played. When writing a chromatic scale it will mean that you will have to use some letters more than once e.g. a G followed by a G sharp. Generally try to avoid using a particular letter more than twice. i.e. don't write G flat, G, G sharp.

When writing a chromatic scale there will be more than one possible correct answer.

the example shown here could also be written like this

Both these are exactly the same notes written in two different ways. Notice also the F sharp key signature. You may have to do an exercise with or without a key signature in an examination.

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