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C ritusen scale
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C ritusen scale — ukulele chords and intervals
The C ritusen scale is a traditional Japanese pentatonic scale known for its balanced and tranquil nature. On ukulele, the notes are C, D, F, G, A. It has a suspended quality that sounds very peaceful and is a core part of ancient East Asian court music and contemplative melodies. The diatonic chords of C ritusen are F major, C suspended second, D minor, C suspended fourth, D suspended fourth. Commonly used in Japanese, World, Ambient, Film Scores. Notable players include Kitaro, Ryuichi Sakamoto. Use over sus2, sus4, and open chords. Its omission of the 3rd creates an ambiguous major/minor quality.
The C ritusen scale has the following degrees: 1 2 4 5 6.
Intervals: W-3H-W-W-3H.
Diatonic chords: F major, C suspended second, D minor, C suspended fourth, D suspended fourth.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the C ritusen scale on ukulele.
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How to Use This Scale
Use over sus2, sus4, and open chords. Its omission of the 3rd creates an ambiguous major/minor quality.