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C leading whole tone

The Leading Whole Tone scale is a seven-note scale that combines elements of the whole tone scale with a leading tone. It creates a unique and somewhat ethereal sound, used in both jazz and classical music.

it consists of these notes and degrees:

C

I+

Caug
D

II+

Daug
E

III

Emaj
F♯

#IV

F#maj♭5
G♯

#V°

G♯dim
A♯

#VI

C7no5/A♯
B

vii

Bm

Notation

Tab

tip
  • The Leading Whole Tone scale is similar to the whole tone scale but with a raised 7th, giving it a leading-tone resolution to the tonic. Use it in jazz and modern classical music.
  • This scale works great over dominant 7th chords with altered tensions, particularly when resolving to major or minor chords in jazz progressions.
  • Focus on the raised 7th (VII) when using the Leading Whole Tone scale to create smooth resolution back to the tonic chord.
  • Experiment with this scale in cinematic and progressive music to create tension before resolving, using its whole-tone symmetry to explore otherworldly atmospheres.
  • Blend the Leading Whole Tone scale with diminished or whole-tone scales for a unique harmonic exploration in avant-garde music.

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