Articles tagged with: "locrian"
Altered Scale: The Ultimate Jazz Dominant Scale
Master the altered scale, the ultimate jazz dominant scale that contains all possible chord alterations. Learn its construction from melodic minor, applications in bebop and modern jazz, and techniques for …
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Half-Diminished Chord: The Sophisticated Minor Seventh Flat Five
Discover the half-diminished chord (m7♭5), the sophisticated balance between tension and stability. Essential for jazz ii-V-i progressions and classical harmony, this chord adds depth without overwhelming complexity.
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Modal Scales: Ancient Paths to Modern Expression
Modal scales have shaped musical expression from ancient to modern times, offering distinctive tonal colors beyond major and minor scales. This article explores the seven traditional Western modes—Ionian, Dorian, Phrygian, …