B lydian chords

All guitar chords for the B lydian scale

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B lydian scale

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B lydian scale — chords and intervals

The B lydian scale is the fourth mode of the major scale and arguably the brightest sound in music theory. On guitar, the notes are B, C#, D#, F, F#, G#, A#. It is known for its ethereal, dreamlike, and cinematic quality. Because it avoids the pull of the perfect fourth, it is a favorite for film composers wanting to evoke a sense of wonder or otherworldly space. The diatonic chords of B lydian are BMaj7, C#7, D#m7, E#m7b5, F#Maj7, G#m7, A#m7.

The B lydian scale has the following degrees: 1 2 3 ♯4 5 6 7.

Intervals: W-W-W-H-W-W-H.

Diatonic chords: BMaj7, C#7, D#m7, E#m7b5, F#Maj7, G#m7, A#m7.

Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord variations for composing with the B lydian scale on guitar.

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