THEORY HELPERA Lydian Augmented Scale
Bright and unstable
What is the A Lydian Augmented Scale?
The Lydian Augmented scale combines the raised 4th of Lydian with a raised 5th, creating an extremely bright, floating quality. It's the 3rd mode of melodic minor and works over maj7#5 chords.
Interval Pattern: W-W-W-W-H-W-H
Scale Notes and Intervals
A Lydian Augmented
EtherealA 1
B 2
C# 3
D# 4
E# 5
F# 6
G# 7
Notes:
A -B -C# -D# -E# -F# -G#
Intervals:
WWWWHW H
Keyboard Visualization
How to Play A Lydian Augmented on Piano
Scale Properties
Mood
EtherealCharacter
Bright and unstableGenres
Jazz, ProgressiveNotes in Scale
7 notes: A, B, C#, D#, E#, F#, G#Category
JazzIntervals
W-W-W-W-H-W-HHistory and Origins
The Background of the Lydian Augmented Scale
A modern jazz scale derived from melodic minor harmony. Used by progressive jazz musicians and composers seeking extremely bright, ethereal colors outside traditional harmony.
Musical Characteristics
Key Features of the A Lydian Augmented Scale
- Raised 4th and raised 5th
- 3rd mode of melodic minor
- Extremely bright and floating
- Works over maj7#5 chords
Famous Songs Using This Scale
Popular Tracks in A Lydian Augmented
- Wayne Shorter compositions
- Pat Metheny experimental works
- Modern film scores
Playing Tips
How to Practice the A Lydian Augmented Scale
Think melodic minor down a major 3rd. The raised 5th creates an augmented, floating quality. Use sparingly for maximum effect. Perfect for creating otherworldly, ethereal moments.
Circle of Fifths Position
A in the Circle of Fifths
Major
Minor
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