D Major Scale
The D Major scale contains the notes D, E, F♯, G, A, B, C♯. Its key signature has 2♯.
D Major scale on the piano
Key facts
Scale degrees of D Major
| Degree | Note | Name | Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | D | Tonic | P1 |
| 2 | E | Supertonic | M2 |
| 3 | F♯ | Mediant | M3 |
| 4 | G | Subdominant | P4 |
| 5 | A | Dominant | P5 |
| 6 | B | Submediant | M6 |
| 7 | C♯ | Leading Tone | M7 |
Chords in the key of D Major
These are the seven diatonic triads built on each degree of the D Major scale. Click a chord to see its notes, fingering and inversions.
Common chord progressions in D Major
| Roman numerals | Chords |
|---|---|
| I – IV – V – I | D – G – A – D |
| I – V – vi – IV | D – A – Bm – G |
| ii – V – I | Em – A – D |
| I – vi – IV – V | D – Bm – G – A |
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Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the D Major scale?
The D Major scale consists of the notes D, E, F♯, G, A, B, C♯.
How many sharps or flats does D Major have?
The key signature of D Major has 2♯.
What is the relative key of D Major?
The relative key of D Major is B Minor — it shares the same key signature.
What chords are in the key of D Major?
The diatonic chords in the key of D Major are D, Em, F♯m, G, A, Bm, C♯dim.
