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27.22Level 5 — distinguish three types of minor

Let's compare:

C Aeolian

C D E♭ F G A♭ B♭

C Dorian

C D E♭ F G A B♭

C melodic minor

C D E♭ F G A B

The critical upper notes are:

Aeolian: A♭, B♭

Dorian: A, B♭

melodic minor: A, B.