E Lydian Diminished
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E Lydian Diminished Scale — Notes and Intervals
The E Lydian Diminished scale is a synthetic scale that blends the ethereal brightness of Lydian with the tension of a minor third. On Piano, it contains the notes E, F#, G, A#, B, C#, D#. It is used to create a mysterious, neo-classical atmosphere that feels both ancient and modern at the same time. Commonly used in Film Scores, Neo-Classical, Fusion. Notable players include Danny Elfman, Bela Bartok. Use over m(Maj7), mMaj7#11 chords. A specialized color for neo-classical and cinematic passages.
Notes: E, F#, G, A#, B, C#, D#
Intervals: 1P, 2M, 3m, 4A, 5P, 6M, 7M
Degrees: 1 2 b3 #4 5 6 7
Formula: W-H-WH-H-W-W-H
Number of notes: 7
Musical Character
Blends Lydian's ethereal #4 with a minor 3rd — creating an atmosphere that feels both ancient and modern, mysterious yet strangely familiar.
Genres & Notable Artists
Genres: Film Scores, Neo-Classical, Fusion
Notable players: Danny Elfman, Bela Bartok
How to Use the E Lydian Diminished Scale
Use over m(Maj7), mMaj7#11 chords. A specialized color for neo-classical and cinematic passages.
Origin & Background
A synthetic scale blending Lydian brightness with diminished tension. Used in experimental classical and film composition.
Related Scales
Lydian Diminished is the Related to 4th mode of Harmonic Minor. View E Harmonic minor scale
The E Lydian Diminished scale contains 7 notes (E, F#, G, A#, B, C#, D#). Use the interactive piano diagram above to explore this scale on Piano.