Root & scale

E todi raga

E

i

Em
F

bII

Fsus4
G

bIII+

Gaug
A♯

#IV

C7no5/A♯
B

V

Bmaj♭5
C

bVI

Cmaj
D♯

VII

D♯sus2

Fretboard positions

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E4
F
F♯
G
G♯
A
A♯
B
C
C♯
D
D♯
E
F
F♯
G
G♯
A
A♯
B
C
C♯
D
D♯
B3
C
C♯
D
D♯
E
F
F♯
G
G♯
A
A♯
B
C
C♯
D
D♯
E
F
F♯
G
G♯
A
A♯
G3
G♯
A
A♯
B
C
C♯
D
D♯
E
F
F♯
G
G♯
A
A♯
B
C
C♯
D
D♯
E
F
F♯
D3
D♯
E
F
F♯
G
G♯
A
A♯
B
C
C♯
D
D♯
E
F
F♯
G
G♯
A
A♯
B
C
C♯
A2
A♯
B
C
C♯
D
D♯
E
F
F♯
G
G♯
A
A♯
B
C
C♯
D
D♯
E
F
F♯
G
G♯
E2
F
F♯
G
G♯
A
A♯
B
C
C♯
D
D♯
E
F
F♯
G
G♯
A
A♯
B
C
C♯
D
D♯
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Listen to the E todi raga scale

bpm: 120
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How to use the E todi raga scale

The Todi Raga scale is a traditional Indian scale used in classical raga performances. It is known for its complex and meditative sound, often evoking a sense of spirituality.

tip
  • The Todi Raga is a traditional raga from Indian classical music, featuring both flattened and sharp intervals. Use it to evoke a meditative, serious mood.
  • Focus on the flat 2nd (bII) and sharp 4th (IV#) to create the distinctive tension that defines the Todi Raga.
  • Incorporate this scale in Indian classical music or fusion settings, where its modal qualities can add depth to both melody and improvisation.
  • Use the Todi Raga scale in film scores or meditative compositions to create an introspective, mystical atmosphere.
  • Blend this raga with other Indian scales or Western modal scales to create a unique fusion of traditional and modern harmonic textures.