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C# major augmented scale
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C# major augmented scale — ukulele chords and intervals
The C# major augmented scale is an unstable and rich scale used to bridge complex dominant harmonies. On ukulele, its notes are C#, D#, F, F#, A, A#, C. 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 C# major augmented are C# augmented, D# minor, F major, F# major, A diminished, A# minor, C 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 C# major augmented scale has the following degrees: 1 2 3 4 ♯5 6 7.
Intervals: W-W-H-3H-H-W-H.
Diatonic chords: C# augmented, D# minor, F major, F# major, A diminished, A# minor, C diminished.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the C# 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.