E double harmonic major chords
All ukulele chords for the E double harmonic major scale
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E double harmonic major scale
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E double harmonic major scale — ukulele chords and intervals
The E double harmonic major scale, commonly known as the Byzantine scale, is a perfectly balanced seven-note scale. On ukulele, it contains the notes E, F, G#, A, B, C, D#. It offers an extreme exotic tension with two augmented seconds, used to create iconic surf-rock and Middle Eastern themes. The diatonic chords of E double harmonic major are E major, F major, G# minor, A minor, B unknown, C augmented, F unknown. Commonly used in Middle Eastern, Surf Rock, Metal, Film Scores. Notable players include Dick Dale, Rainbow, Marty Friedman. Use over major chords in Middle Eastern and surf rock contexts. The b2 and b6 add exotic color to an otherwise major framework.
The E double harmonic major scale has the following degrees: 1 ♭2 3 4 5 ♭6 7.
Intervals: H-3H-H-W-H-3H-H.
Diatonic chords: E major, F major, G# minor, A minor, B unknown, C augmented, F unknown.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the E double harmonic major scale on ukulele.
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How to Use This Scale
Use over major chords in Middle Eastern and surf rock contexts. The b2 and b6 add exotic color to an otherwise major framework.