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E4
E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
A
A♯
A𝄪
B♯
C♯
D
D♯
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E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
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A♯
A𝄪
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C♯
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D♯
A𝄪3
B♯
C♯
D
D♯
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E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
A
A♯
A𝄪
B♯
C♯
D
D♯
E
E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
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A♯
F𝄪3
G♯
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A♯
A𝄪
B♯
C♯
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D♯
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E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
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A♯
A𝄪
B♯
C♯
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D♯
E
E♯
F♯
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D♯
E
E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
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A♯
A𝄪
B♯
C♯
D
D♯
E
E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
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A♯
A𝄪
B♯
C♯
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A♯
A𝄪
B♯
C♯
D
D♯
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E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
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A♯
A𝄪
B♯
C♯
D
D♯
E
E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
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E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
A
A♯
A𝄪
B♯
C♯
D
D♯
E
E♯
F♯
F𝄪
G♯
A
A♯
A𝄪
B♯
C♯
D
D♯
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Listen to the D# mixolydian augmented scale
bpm: 120
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How to use the D# mixolydian augmented
scale
The Mixolydian Augmented scale features an augmented fifth, blending the Mixolydian mode with an unusual and vibrant twist.
tip
The Mixolydian Augmented scale raises the 5th (V#) in the traditional Mixolydian mode, creating a dominant sound with added tension. It’s ideal for jazz, fusion, and progressive rock.
Use the raised 5th (V#) in the Mixolydian Augmented scale to add tension and harmonic color over dominant chords.
Incorporate this scale in jazz improvisation over V7 chords, where the augmented 5th provides an unexpected resolution.
Blend the Mixolydian Augmented scale with diminished or altered scales to explore advanced harmonic ideas in jazz and fusion contexts.
Practice using this scale in fast, syncopated lines to add a modern, edgy feel to your solos, particularly in jazz fusion or experimental rock.