Hi, I have just started learning about modes, and it's a confusing subject at times
I read in Andrew's theory lessons that all the modes may be divided into major and minor modes:
The Major-FamilyIonian (THE major scale)
Lydian
Mixolydian
The Minor-FamilyAeolian (THE minor scale)
Dorian
Phrygian
Locrian
So here's the question:
* If I where to improvise or play anything in C major would I then be able to use the C Lydian, C Mixolydian and C Ionian scales in my soloing?
* Also,would I be able to play the same thing (as above) using A modes - Am Dorian, Am Phrygian, Am Locrian and Am Aeolian
* ... And not the other way around - C Dorian, Am Lydian etc.
Or have I got it all wrong?