A half-whole diminished chords
All guitar chords for the A half-whole diminished scale
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A half-whole diminished scale
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A half-whole diminished scale — chords and intervals
The A half-whole diminished scale is a symmetrical scale that is an essential tool for jazz players. On guitar, the notes are A, Bb, C, C#, D#, E, F#, G. It provides a sophisticated dissonant crunch when played over dominant seventh chords, allowing for complex, high-tension solos that still feel structured. The diatonic chords of A half-whole diminished are A diminished, Bb diminished, C diminished, C# diminished, D# diminished, E diminished, F# diminished, G diminished.
The A half-whole diminished scale has the following degrees: 1 ♭2 ♭3 3 ♯4 5 6 ♭7.
Intervals: H-W-H-W-H-W-H-W.
Diatonic chords: A diminished, Bb diminished, C diminished, C# diminished, D# diminished, E diminished, F# diminished, G diminished.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord variations for composing with the A half-whole diminished scale on guitar.