Soprano Recorder · Major scale · written pitch
B♭ Major scale for Soprano Recorder
1 octave from B♭4, key signature 2 flats (B♭, E♭). On the soprano recorder this sounds in concert B♭ 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 | B♭ | C | D | E♭ | F | G | A | B♭ |
| Concert | B♭ | C | D | E♭ | F | G | A | B♭ |
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 B♭ Major scale on soprano recorder?
B♭, C, D, E♭, F, G, A, B♭.
What is the key signature of B♭ Major?
B♭ major has 2 flats (B♭, E♭).
What concert key is written B♭ Major on the soprano recorder?
Written B♭ major on the soprano recorder sounds in concert B♭ major.