Loading ukulele scale harmonizer with triads and seventh chords...
F# persian scale
Ukulele fretboard diagram
F# persian scale — ukulele chords and intervals
The F# persian scale is an exotic and highly symmetrical scale that evokes an authentic Middle Eastern atmosphere. On ukulele, it contains the notes F#, G, A#, B, C, D, F. Its dense semitones and wide intervals create a winding, hypnotic melodic path that sounds both ancient and mystical. The diatonic chords of F# persian are F# unknown, G major, A# suspended second, B minor, C suspended fourth, D augmented, G unknown. Commonly used in Middle Eastern, Film Scores, Metal, Ambient. Notable players include Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan, Buckethead. Use over sustained root notes or drones. Works best in modal, non-functional harmony where the exotic intervals can breathe.
The F# persian scale has the following degrees: 1 ♭2 3 4 ♭5 ♭6 7.
Intervals: H-3H-H-H-W-3H-H.
Diatonic chords: F# unknown, G major, A# suspended second, B minor, C suspended fourth, D augmented, G unknown.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the F# persian scale on ukulele.
Related Scales
How to Use This Scale
Use over sustained root notes or drones. Works best in modal, non-functional harmony where the exotic intervals can breathe.