E Dorian
E · F♯ · G · A · B · C♯ · D
E Dorian is a natural minor scale with a raised sixth, and that single change lifts it from sad to cool and slightly wistful. It's the definitive modal-jazz sound, and just as important in funk, soul, Latin, and Celtic music. If a minor vamp sounds more groovy than mournful, Dorian is usually why.
Left-handed
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Play-alongs where E Dorian has been identified to match well with the track.
Wood & Wire | Acoustic Blues Backing Track in E Major | BT 719
The E Dorian mode helps inject some jazzy, modal flavors into your solos.
DEEP POCKET FUNK JAM | Guitar Backing Track In E Minor
The E dorian mode introduces a subtle modal flavor, working beautifully over the m7 and major chords present in the progression.
How Insensitive – Bossa Nova Backing Track in E Minor | feat. Luigi Montagna (120 bpm)
The E Dorian mode allows you to integrate a jazzier, more complex sound into your solos, aligning well with Bossa Nova's flexible harmonic structure.
Lets Jam Over the Perfect Blues Shuffle in Eb backing track
Provides a more jazz-inspired approach with an extra note that enriches the harmonic palette, especially over the 'C#maj7' chord.
STICKY PSYCHEDELIC FUNK JAM | Guitar Backing Track in E MINOR (LIVE RECORDING)
The E dorian mode gives a slightly brighter twist to your solos and fits well with the minor 7th chords present in the progression.
Get Down Groove – Disco Funk Backing Track in E Minor (112 BPM) feat. Leonardo Vitacolonna
The E Dorian mode adds a jazzy, funky flavor to your solos. Use it especially over the Em7 chord to highlight its unique textures.
Neo Soul RnB Guitar Backing Track in Em - Smooth Groove
The E Dorian mode offers a jazzy flavor, fitting nicely when chord sequences wander through D major.
Losing Control Guitar Backing Track Jam in B minor
The E dorian mode highlights the changes over E chords, enriching solos with a fresh perspective.
Mellow Psychedelic Funk Jam | Guitar Backing Track in E Minor
E Dorian fits well with this funk jam, offering a jazzy and laid-back yet uplifting feel, complementing the minor tonality with an added ninth.
Blues Doctor Guitar Backing Track Jam in E minor
Dorian mode offers a jazzy sound with an upbeat feel, aligning with major and minor chords in the progression.