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D# locrian #2 scale
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D# locrian #2 scale — ukulele chords and intervals
The D# locrian #2 scale is a more usable and consonant version of the standard Locrian mode. On ukulele, it contains the notes D#, F, F#, G#, A, B, C#. It is the preferred choice for jazz musicians soloing over half-diminished chords, as its natural second degree allows for much smoother and more melodic voice leading. The diatonic chords of D# locrian #2 are D# diminished, F diminished, F# minor, G# minor, A augmented, B major, C# major. Commonly used in Jazz, Post-Bop, Contemporary. Notable players include John Coltrane, Woody Shaw, Steve Coleman. Use over m7b5 chords. The preferred jazz choice over half-diminished chords (vs standard Locrian which sounds too harsh).
The D# locrian #2 scale has the following degrees: 1 2 ♭3 4 ♭5 ♭6 ♭7.
Intervals: W-H-W-H-W-W-W.
Diatonic chords: D# diminished, F diminished, F# minor, G# minor, A augmented, B major, C# major.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the D# locrian #2 scale on ukulele.
locrian #2 is the 6th mode of the Melodic Minor scale. View D# Melodic minor scale
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How to Use This Scale
Use over m7b5 chords. The preferred jazz choice over half-diminished chords (vs standard Locrian which sounds too harsh).