B Kafi Raga
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B Kafi Raga Scale — Notes and Intervals
The B Kafi Raga scale is a romantic and playful Raga that mirrors the Western Dorian mode. On Ukulele, it contains the notes B, D, D#, E, F#, G#, A, A#. It is welcoming and accessible, often used in folk-inspired classical music to express joy and lightheartedness. Commonly used in Indian Classical, Folk, World, Fusion. Notable players include Ali Akbar Khan, Zakir Hussain. Use over m7 chords — identical to Dorian usage. The most 'jazz-friendly' raga for fusion experimentation.
Notes: B, D, D#, E, F#, G#, A, A#
Intervals: 1P, 3m, 3M, 4P, 5P, 6M, 7m, 7M
Degrees: 1 b2 3 4 5 6 b7 8
Formula: WH-H-H-W-W-H-H-H
Number of notes: 8
Musical Character
Mirrors the Western Dorian mode — making it the most accessible raga for Western guitarists. Its romantic quality makes it a natural bridge between Indian and jazz traditions.
Genres & Notable Artists
Genres: Indian Classical, Folk, World, Fusion
Notable players: Ali Akbar Khan, Zakir Hussain
How to Use the B Kafi Raga Scale
Use over m7 chords — identical to Dorian usage. The most 'jazz-friendly' raga for fusion experimentation.
Origin & Background
One of the ten fundamental thaats in Hindustani music. Mirrors the Western Dorian mode, making it a natural bridge for cross-cultural fusion.
Related Scales
The B Kafi Raga scale contains 8 notes (B, D, D#, E, F#, G#, A, A#). Use the interactive fretboard above to explore this scale on Ukulele with different tunings and fret ranges.