C kafi raga scale diatonic chords
C kafi raga scale seventh chords
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Fretboard diagram
C kafi raga scale — chords and intervals
The harmonized C kafi raga scale yields a warm, romantic chord family that mirrors Western Dorian harmony with an Indian character. The chords from C kafi raga are C major, F unknown, E diminished, F unknown, G unknown, B unknown, C unknown, B unknown. The accessible, joyful chord colors make this family welcoming and versatile. Use these chords for folk-inspired compositions that need a warm, playful quality. Commonly used in Indian Classical, Folk, World, Fusion. Notable players include Ali Akbar Khan, Zakir Hussain.
The C kafi raga scale has the following degrees: 1 ♭3 3 4 5 6 ♭7 7.
Intervals: 3H-H-H-W-W-H-H-H.
Diatonic chords: C major, F unknown, E diminished, F unknown, G unknown, B unknown, C unknown, B unknown.
| Degrees | Chord |
|---|---|
| I | C major |
| ii | F unknown |
| iii | E diminished |
| IV | F unknown |
| V | G unknown |
| vi | B unknown |
| vii° | C unknown |
| 8 | B unknown |
Degree-by-Degree Analysis
The I chord (C major) is the tonic — the gravitational center of the key. The ii chord (F unknown) is the minor subdominant, commonly used to approach the V chord. The iii chord (E diminished) functions as a substitute for the I or vi. The IV chord (F unknown) is the subdominant — it adds motion and moderate tension. The V chord (G unknown) is the dominant — it creates the strongest tension that wants to resolve to the I. The vi chord (B unknown) is the relative minor — it brings emotional color and depth. The vii° chord (C unknown) is the diminished — the most tense, rarely used alone, usually leading to the I.
This page focuses on the harmonic content — the chords built from each degree of the C kafi raga scale. For fretboard patterns and fingering guides, see the scale page.
Use the interactive harmonizer above to explore triads, seventh chords, and chord voicings for composing with the C kafi raga scale on guitar.
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How to Use This Scale
Use over m7 chords — identical to Dorian usage. The most 'jazz-friendly' raga for fusion experimentation.