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A Lydian Mode
Also known as: Bright Major
Dreamy, floating, and ethereal. The #4 creates an otherworldly, uplifting quality.
Scale Facts & Direct Summary
The A Lydian Mode consists of the pitches A, B, C#, D#, E, F#, G#. Its interval formula is W-W-W-H-W-W-H with relative steps 0-2-4-6-7-9-11. It is widely used in Film Scores, Jazz, Progressive music for its distinct dreamy, floating, and ethereal. the #4 creates an otherworldly, uplifting quality..
A Lydian Mode Notes
A1
B2
C#3
D##4
E5
F#6
G#7
A8
Notes: A - B - C# - D# - E - F# - G# - A
Scale Formula & Intervals
Interval Pattern
W-W-W-H-W-W-H
W = Whole step (2 semitones), H = Half step (1 semitone)
Scale Degrees
1 - 2 - 3 - #4 - 5 - 6 - 7
Scale degrees relative to the root note
Semitones from Root
02467911
Famous Songs Using This Scale
1
Flying in a Blue Dream
Joe Satriani
2
Freewill
Rush
3
E.T. Theme
John Williams
Practice Tips for A Lydian Mode
- ✓Major scale with a raised 4th degree
- ✓The 4th mode of the major scale
- ✓Creates a sense of wonder and possibility
- ✓Avoid the ♮4 - it clashes with the #4 character
Common Genres
Film ScoresJazzProgressiveNew AgePop
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