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B ichikosucho scale
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B ichikosucho scale — ukulele chords and intervals
The B ichikosucho scale is an ancient Japanese court music scale used in Gagaku ceremonies. On ukulele, it contains the notes B, C#, D#, E, F, F#, G#, A#. It has a Lydian-like structure and is used to evoke a sense of imperial majesty and historical tradition. The diatonic chords of B ichikosucho are B unknown, C# unknown, F minor seventh, F# unknown, F diminished, F# major, G# minor, A# diminished. Commonly used in Japanese, Classical, Film Scores. Notable players include Takemitsu, Hosokawa. Use over Maj7#11 in Japanese-influenced compositions. Adds cultural authenticity to Eastern-themed scores.
The B ichikosucho scale has the following degrees: 1 2 3 4 ♭5 5 6 7.
Intervals: W-W-H-H-H-W-W-H.
Diatonic chords: B unknown, C# unknown, F minor seventh, F# unknown, F diminished, F# major, G# minor, A# diminished.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the B ichikosucho scale on ukulele.
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How to Use This Scale
Use over Maj7#11 in Japanese-influenced compositions. Adds cultural authenticity to Eastern-themed scores.