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D bebop major scale
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D bebop major scale — ukulele chords and intervals
The D bebop major scale is a classic swing tool that introduces a chromatic link between the fifth and sixth degrees. On ukulele, its notes are D, E, F#, G, A, A#, B, C#. It is essential for creating the flowing, endless melodic lines characteristic of the traditional bebop era. The diatonic chords of D bebop major are D major, E diminished, F# unknown, G diminished, B minor seventh, A# diminished, B minor, C# diminished. Commonly used in Jazz, Swing, Bebop. Notable players include Wes Montgomery, Barney Kessel, Kenny Burrell. Use over Maj7, Maj6 chords. Essential for the smooth, flowing lines of traditional swing and bebop over major harmony.
The D bebop major scale has the following degrees: 1 2 3 4 5 ♯5 6 7.
Intervals: W-W-H-W-H-H-W-H.
Diatonic chords: D major, E diminished, F# unknown, G diminished, B minor seventh, A# diminished, B minor, C# diminished.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the D bebop major scale on ukulele.
bebop major is the Major scale with added #5 chromatic passing tone. View D Major scale
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How to Use This Scale
Use over Maj7, Maj6 chords. Essential for the smooth, flowing lines of traditional swing and bebop over major harmony.