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SnowRose
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SnowRose
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01/14/2006 1:16 am
Firstly, I know they both use the same notes, but in different order, but what makes musicians use D Dorian over C Ionian?

The second question I want to address is:

As for degrees, (C Ionian's 3rd degree is Em), does that make D dorian's 3rd degree Fm or is it still F and why?

I hope you guitar pros understand what I am trying to ask, because modes are pretty confusing.

Thanks and happy shredding!

SnowRose