Bebop scales contain an extra chromatic passing note creating an 8 note scale.

Why is this?

In the example below you will see how the added chromatic passing note makes the scale rhythmically logical.

1 3 5 7th notes of the chord [C E G B flat] are all “On” the beat whereas the “non chord tones” D F A B natural are played “Off” the beat.

 

DORIAN BEBOP SCALE: 8NOTE JAZZ SCALE

G Dorian BeBop scale

Dorian BeBop scale jazz improvisation example/lick

Major and Melodic Minor Bebop Scales

Major Bebop scale

C Major BeBop scale jazz improvisation example/lick

Minor Bebop scale

Minor BeBop scale jazz improvisation example/lick

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