Alto Saxophone · Major scale · written pitch
E♭ Major scale for Alto Saxophone
2 octaves from E♭4, key signature 3 flats (B♭, E♭, A♭). On the alto saxophone this sounds in concert G♭ major.
Scale — ascending & descending
Arpeggio
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Fingerings for every note
Notes of the scale
| Degree | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written | E♭ | F | G | A♭ | B♭ | C | D | E♭ |
| Concert | F♯ | A♭ | B♭ | B | C♯ | E♭ | F | F♯ |
Practice tips
- Practise with a metronome: legato first, then tongued; then in thirds and in rhythms (long–short, short–long).
Frequently asked questions
What are the notes of the E♭ Major scale on alto saxophone?
E♭, F, G, A♭, B♭, C, D, E♭.
What is the key signature of E♭ Major?
E♭ major has 3 flats (B♭, E♭, A♭).
What concert key is written E♭ Major on the alto saxophone?
Written E♭ major on the alto saxophone sounds in concert G♭ major.