G messiaen's mode #3 chords
All ukulele chords for the G messiaen's mode #3 scale
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G messiaen's mode #3 scale
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G messiaen's mode #3 scale — ukulele chords and intervals
The G messiaen's mode #3 scale is a complex nine-note symmetrical scale used by Olivier Messiaen. On ukulele, its notes are G, A, Bb, B, C#, D, Eb, F, F#. It creates a cosmic, suspended tonality that feels both religious and scientific, evoking a sense of divine awe. The diatonic chords of G messiaen's mode #3 are G diminished, B minor seventh, Bb unknown, B diminished, Eb minor seventh, D unknown, Eb diminished, G minor seventh, F# unknown. Commonly used in Contemporary Classical, Film Scores, Ambient, Experimental. Notable players include Olivier Messiaen, Gyorgy Ligeti, Thomas Ades. Use for creating atmospheres of 'cosmic awe'. Not bound to traditional chord progressions — works best over sustained harmonies or ostinato patterns.
The G messiaen's mode #3 scale has the following degrees: 1 2 ♭3 3 ♯4 5 ♭6 ♭7 7.
Intervals: W-H-H-W-H-H-W-H-H.
Diatonic chords: G diminished, B minor seventh, Bb unknown, B diminished, Eb minor seventh, D unknown, Eb diminished, G minor seventh, F# unknown.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the G messiaen's mode #3 scale on ukulele.
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Use for creating atmospheres of 'cosmic awe'. Not bound to traditional chord progressions — works best over sustained harmonies or ostinato patterns.