F# half-whole diminished chords
All ukulele chords for the F# half-whole diminished scale
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F# half-whole diminished scale
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F# half-whole diminished scale — ukulele chords and intervals
The F# half-whole diminished scale is a symmetrical scale that is an essential tool for jazz players. On ukulele, the notes are F#, G, A, A#, C, C#, D#, E. It provides a sophisticated dissonant crunch when played over dominant seventh chords, allowing for complex, high-tension solos that still feel structured. The diatonic chords of F# half-whole diminished are F# diminished, G diminished, A diminished, A# diminished, C diminished, C# diminished, D# diminished, E diminished. Commonly used in Jazz, Bebop, Fusion, Film Scores. Notable players include Charlie Parker, Joe Pass, Pat Martino, George Benson. Use over dominant 7th chords (7, 7b9, 13b9). The jazz standard for creating structured tension over dominant harmony. Works over 4 roots spaced a minor 3rd apart.
The F# half-whole diminished scale has the following degrees: 1 ♭2 ♭3 3 ♯4 5 6 ♭7.
Intervals: H-W-H-W-H-W-H-W.
Diatonic chords: F# diminished, G diminished, A diminished, A# diminished, C diminished, C# diminished, D# diminished, E diminished.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the F# half-whole diminished scale on ukulele.
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How to Use This Scale
Use over dominant 7th chords (7, 7b9, 13b9). The jazz standard for creating structured tension over dominant harmony. Works over 4 roots spaced a minor 3rd apart.