C half-whole diminished chords
All guitar chords for the C half-whole diminished scale
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C half-whole diminished scale
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C half-whole diminished scale — chords and intervals
The C half-whole diminished scale is a symmetrical scale that is an essential tool for jazz players. On guitar, the notes are C, Db, Eb, E, F#, G, A, Bb. 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 C half-whole diminished are C diminished, Db diminished, Eb diminished, E diminished, F# diminished, G diminished, A diminished, Bb diminished.
The C 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: C diminished, Db diminished, Eb diminished, E diminished, F# diminished, G diminished, A diminished, Bb diminished.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord variations for composing with the C half-whole diminished scale on guitar.