B chord with B Ionian scale
Pairing the B chord (Major) with the B Ionian scale: formulas, fretboard voicings and the practical context for soloing, improvisation and songwriting.
B chord formula
Interval formula: 1 3 5. A major triad — root, 3rd and 5th. The foundation of all harmony: a stable, clear, bright chord.
B Ionian scale formula
Formula: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7. Classification: functional-tonal.
Fretboard voicings for B
Curated B shapes that sit naturally inside the B Ionian scale.
Other scales for B
Compare how the same chord behaves over other compatible modes.