D Major
Diagrams
Staff Notation
Piano Keyboard
Guitar Fretboard
Intervals
| Degree | Note | Interval | Semitones |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | D | P1 | 0 |
| 2 | E | M2 | 2 |
| 3 | F# | M3 | 4 |
| 4 | G | P4 | 5 |
| 5 | A | P5 | 7 |
| 6 | B | M6 | 9 |
| 7 | C# | M7 | 11 |
Diatonic Chords in D Major
| Degree | Numeral | Chord |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | I | D |
| 2 | ii | Em |
| 3 | iii | F#m |
| 4 | IV | G |
| 5 | V | A |
| 6 | vi | Bm |
| 7 | vii° | C#dim |
About D Major
The D Major contains 7 notes: D, E, F#, G, A, B, C#. This scale is built by following a specific pattern of intervals from the root note D, which gives it its distinctive sound and character. Understanding the interval structure of a scale is essential for improvisation, composition, and recognizing the scale by ear.
The diatonic chords shown above are the chords that occur naturally within this scale. They are formed by stacking thirds from each degree of the scale, and they form the harmonic foundation for music written in this key. Knowing these chords helps you build chord progressions, understand song harmony, and improvise melodies that fit over each chord. Try the Chord Progression Generator to hear how these chords sound together.