THEORY HELPERD Lydian Augmented Scale
Bright and unstable
What is the D 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
D Lydian Augmented
EtherealD 1
E 2
F# 3
G# 4
A# 5
B 6
C# 7
Notes:
D -E -F# -G# -A# -B -C#
Intervals:
WWWWHW H
Keyboard Visualization
How to Play D Lydian Augmented on Piano
Scale Properties
Mood
EtherealCharacter
Bright and unstableGenres
Jazz, ProgressiveNotes in Scale
7 notes: D, E, F#, G#, A#, B, C#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 D 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 D Lydian Augmented
- Wayne Shorter compositions
- Pat Metheny experimental works
- Modern film scores
Playing Tips
How to Practice the D 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
D in the Circle of Fifths
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Minor
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