IntermediateJazzD 80-140 BPM

Dorian Mode Lick

A D Dorian lick with the characteristic raised 6th (B natural). Great over Dm7 or funk grooves.

Alternate PickingModal Playing
Tab Notation
e|--7--5--7--5--4--5--|
B|--7--5--7--5--5--7--|
G|--7--5--6--5--4-----|

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Emphasize the B natural (fret 7 on the e string) — that's the Dorian color tone. The raised 6th is what distinguishes Dorian from natural minor and gives it its funky, jazzy quality.