Lesson 3: Musical Scales and Modes

Objective:

Learn about the historical development of musical scales from ancient Roman and Greek modes to their influence on modern music genres, focusing on the use of these scales in jazz and blues by artists like Miles Davis.

Resources:

1. Reading Material:

- Study the basics of Greek and Roman music theories and their scales on [Stanford's Introduction to Classical Music](https://online.stanford.edu).

- Explore Miles Davis's use of modal jazz on [Jazz Academy](https://academy.jazz.org).

2. Video Tutorials:

- Watch "Modal Jazz Explained" on [YouTube](https://www.youtube.com) to see practical demonstrations of modal scales in jazz compositions.

Exercises:

1. Scale Practice:

- Use a musical instrument to practice the Dorian and Phrygian modes, which were commonly used in ancient music and are prevalent in modal jazz.

2. Analysis Project:

- Analyze a jazz piece by Miles Davis, identifying the modes used and discussing how they affect the mood and structure of the piece. Present your analysis in a video or blog format.

3. Interactive Quiz:

- Participate in an online quiz on [Music Theory](https://www.musictheory.net) to test your understanding of different musical scales and modes.

Further Study:

- Enroll in a detailed course about music theory and its historical contexts on platforms like [Coursera](https://www.coursera.org).