+A **musical scale** is an ordered series of musical [Pitch](/wiki/pitch)es, typically spanning an [Octave](/wiki/octave) and forming the fundamental palette for a composition. This specific arrangement of notes defines the characteristic sound and emotional quality of a musical system, guiding both melody and harmony.
+## See also
+- [Chord](/wiki/chord)
+- [Mode](/wiki/mode)
+- [Interval](/wiki/interval)
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