The Eb major scale is simply this pattern but starting on the note E flat. Whichever note you start on, you will always achieve the major scale starting on this note. Whole Step, Whole step, half step, whole step, whole step, whole step, half step Tone, Tone, Semi-tone, Tone, Tone, Tone, Semi-tone These flats are B flat, E flat and A flat.Īs mentioned in our C major post, all major scale have a specific pattern of tones and semitones (whole steps and half steps) The starting point on the circle of fifths in C major because there are no sharps or flats within this scale.Į flat major is the third scale to the left of C major, on the circle of fifths, meaning that it will have three flats. To know more about the circle of fifths, make sure to check out all the information and exercises on this website about the circle of fifths if you are not completely sure on what the circle is and how it works.

The best place to start when thinking about scales is the circle of fifths.

Where do I start when learning the E flat major scale? Want to learn about different scales and keys? Have a look at our Complete Guide to Scales and Key Signatures.

B flat major a major scale