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C# hirajoshi scale
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C# hirajoshi scale — chords and intervals
The C# hirajoshi scale is the most iconic Japanese scale, originally used for tuning the koto. On guitar, it contains the notes C#, D#, E, G#, A. Its poignant intervals create a wistful, traditional sound that has been adopted by rock guitarists to add an oriental edge to modern music. The diatonic chords of C# hirajoshi are C# minor augmented, C# suspended second, E unknown, C# minor, A unknown.
The C# hirajoshi scale has the following degrees: 1 2 ♭3 5 ♭6.
Intervals: W-H-2W-H-2W.
Diatonic chords: C# minor augmented, C# suspended second, E unknown, C# minor, A unknown.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord variations for composing with the C# hirajoshi scale on guitar.