The Mystery of the C Chromatic Scale

What notes are used in the C chromatic scale?

A. True B. False, the C chromatic scale uses all the white and black notes from C to C C. False, the C chromatic scale uses the black notes on the keyboard from A to A. D. False, C chromatic scale uses the white notes on the keyboard from A to A, but with G# instead of G.

Answer

B. False, the C chromatic scale uses all the white and black notes from C to C

The C chromatic scale actually uses all the white and black notes on the keyboard from C to C. This means that it includes every note in one octave, creating a total of 12 notes. The chromatic scale is known for having a unique sound due to its use of all the tones available within an octave. It provides a certain level of dissonance and tension that can be resolved by returning to the tonic note.