Articles tagged with: "modes"

Unlocking the Dorian b2: A Deep Dive into the "Phrygian Dorian" Mode

Unlocking the Dorian b2: A Deep Dive into the "Phrygian Dorian" Mode

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

Often called "Phrygian Dorian" or, more commonly, Dorian b2, this mode offers a captivating blend of dark tension and bright resolution. As the second mode of the Melodic Minor scale, …

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Unlocking the Lydian Dominant (Lydian b7): A Comprehensive Guide

Unlocking the Lydian Dominant (Lydian b7): A Comprehensive Guide

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

Dive deep into the Lydian Dominant scale (Lydian b7), the sound behind *The Simpsons* theme and countless jazz solos. This guide breaks down its theory, shows you how to build …

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The Melodic Minor Scale: A Versatile Tool for Musicians

The Melodic Minor Scale: A Versatile Tool for Musicians

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

The melodic minor scale is a fascinating and versatile musical scale with a dual identity. Classically, it solves a melodic problem in minor keys by raising the 6th and 7th …

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The Altered Scale: Your Ultimate Guide to Jazz Dominant Tension

The Altered Scale: Your Ultimate Guide to Jazz Dominant Tension

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

Imagine a dominant chord that's not just pushing to resolve, but is practically screaming to. That's the sound of the altered scale. It's a collection of notes specifically chosen to …

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The Lydian Mode: Bright Colors in Modern Harmony

The Lydian Mode: Bright Colors in Modern Harmony

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

The Lydian mode, characterized by its distinctive raised fourth degree, creates a bright, optimistic, and often magical sound that has captivated composers and improvisers. This comprehensive guide...

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The Minor Pentatonic Scale: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners

The Minor Pentatonic Scale: A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

The minor pentatonic scale is a five-note scale that is widely used in various musical genres, especially in blues, rock, and jazz. It is derived from the natural minor scale …

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Minor Scales: Exploring the Melancholic Tones

Minor Scales: Exploring the Melancholic Tones

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

Minor scales are fundamental to Western music, providing tonal colors that evoke melancholy, mystery, or drama. This article explores the three main types of minor scales: natural, harmonic, and...

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Modal Scales: Ancient Paths to Modern Expression

Modal Scales: Ancient Paths to Modern Expression

Published on 15 Jul, 2025

From the haunting sounds of medieval plainchant to the sophisticated improvisations of modern jazz and the driving riffs of rock, modal scales offer a rich palette of musical color. This …

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