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C phrygian dominant

The Phrygian Dominant scale is a variation of the Phrygian mode with a major third. It is commonly used in Middle Eastern, Spanish, and Eastern European music for its exotic and dramatic sound.

it consists of these notes and degrees:

C

I

Cmaj
D♭

bII

D♭maj
E

III°

Edim
F

iv

Fm
G

V°

Gdim
A♭

bVI+

A♭aug
B♭

bvii

B♭m

Notation

Tab

tip
  • The Phrygian Dominant scale has a distinct exotic sound, commonly used in Middle Eastern, Spanish, and flamenco music. It’s great for adding tension over dominant chords.
  • Use the Phrygian Dominant scale to solo over dominant chords in Spanish or Middle Eastern music, focusing on the flat 2nd (bII) and major 3rd (III) for an exotic feel.
  • Blend the Phrygian Dominant scale with harmonic minor scales to add tension and richness to your improvisations, especially over V7 chords.
  • Practice using the Phrygian Dominant scale in flamenco or modal jazz, where its unique harmonic structure creates powerful, exotic melodies.
  • Incorporate this scale into film or video game music to evoke a sense of mysticism or tension, ideal for dramatic or culturally inspired scenes.

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