Ukulele scales (fretboard notes + chords)
Scales are not just running notes. When you see them directly on the fretboard, you understand note locations faster and how chords are built from those notes.
Ukulele Pouch highlights scale tones on the fretboard and shows diatonic chords - chords that naturally belong to that scale.
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Key benefits
- Show scale tones on the fretboard
- Toggle individual tones to focus on specific notes
- Diatonic chords for the selected scale
- Play the scale notes
- Play the scale chords
- Helpful for improvisation and teaching
- Clear for beginners and advanced players
- Works offline
Who it is for / when it helps
- Learning improvisation and melody building
- Understanding the link between scales and chords
Tips
- Pick one scale (for example C major) and try it over a couple of progressions
- Practice one octave first, then expand
FAQ
What are diatonic chords?
Chords built only from the notes of the scale. They show which chords naturally belong together in a key.
Is this beginner-friendly?
Yes. Seeing notes on the fretboard is often easier than learning from theory alone.
Why play scales and chords?
Playback helps you verify you are practicing the right notes and quickly hear the scale character and harmony.