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Guitar modes lesson 2: The Dorian mode is a bittersweet minor mode – here’s how it works

Guitar modes lesson 2: The Dorian mode is a bittersweet minor mode – here’s how it works

Built on the 2nd degree of the major scale and with a trademark bittersweet sound, the Dorian mode is a favourite amongst jazz and blues players. And, though you can certainly use it in any genre, the Dorian mode is a great choice for adding colour to guitar solos in those particular styles.

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