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B major augmented scale
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B major augmented scale — ukulele chords and intervals
The B major augmented scale is an unstable and rich scale used to bridge complex dominant harmonies. On ukulele, its notes are B, C#, D#, E, G, G#, A#. It provides a shifting, liquid texture to music and is used in modern classical and jazz to avoid traditional tonal resolutions. The diatonic chords of B major augmented are B augmented, C# minor, D# major, E major, G diminished, G# minor, A# diminished. Commonly used in Jazz, Modern Classical, Fusion. Notable players include Wayne Shorter, Herbie Hancock. Use over augmented and Maj7#5 chords. Creates a shimmering, unresolved quality for modern jazz and classical passages.
The B major augmented scale has the following degrees: 1 2 3 4 ♯5 6 7.
Intervals: W-W-H-3H-H-W-H.
Diatonic chords: B augmented, C# minor, D# major, E major, G diminished, G# minor, A# diminished.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the B major augmented scale on ukulele.
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How to Use This Scale
Use over augmented and Maj7#5 chords. Creates a shimmering, unresolved quality for modern jazz and classical passages.