Soprano Recorder · Major scale · written pitch
F Major scale for Soprano Recorder
1 octave from F4, key signature 1 flat (B♭). On the soprano recorder this sounds in concert F 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 | F | G | A | B♭ | C | D | E | F |
| Concert | F | G | A | B♭ | C | D | E | 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 F Major scale on soprano recorder?
F, G, A, B♭, C, D, E, F.
What is the key signature of F Major?
F major has 1 flat (B♭).
What concert key is written F Major on the soprano recorder?
Written F major on the soprano recorder sounds in concert F major.