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