What does the major scale have?

The major scale consists of seven distinct notes and follows a specific pattern of whole and half steps: whole, whole, half, whole, whole, whole, half. This results in a joyful and harmonious sound that is foundational in Western music. Each major scale is defined by its tonic, or starting note, which gives the scale its name. For example, the C major scale includes the notes C, D, E, F, G, A, and B.