Luc Lévesque

Études des modes en trio

These trios are based on the C major diatonic scale. They are style exercises designed to explore the colors found within this scale. I wanted to add a complement to the Trios.com pieces I composed to work on the lower strings of the guitar. The trio format makes it possible to play simple pieces while exploring the themes associated with the modes.

I am also providing the associations I have made with each mode. These are intended as points of reference rather than rules.

Ionian: joy, optimism, serenity, confidence.

Dorian: melancholy, gentleness, hope, calm, reflection.

Phrygian: mystery, tension, exoticism, intensity.

Lydian: wonder, lightness, dreaming, luminosity.

Mixolydian: energy, conviviality, freedom, blues or rock character.

Aeolian (natural minor): sadness, nostalgia, emotion, introspection.

Locrian: instability, uneasiness, suspense, discomfort.

These trios were written to enrich the pedagogical repertoire.

Enjoy discovering the modal world!