C malkos raga scale diatonic chords
C malkos raga scale seventh chords
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C malkos raga scale — chords and intervals
Harmonizing the C malkos raga scale generates a dark, powerful chord set intended for deep nocturnal meditation. The chords of C malkos raga are F suspended fourth, C minor augmented, Eb suspended second, F minor, Eb suspended fourth. The intense, introspective chord movements explore the shadow self. These harmonies are effective for scoring late-night scenes, deep emotional passages, and moments of profound self-examination. Commonly used in Indian Classical, Meditation, Dark Ambient, World. Notable players include Ravi Shankar, Hariprasad Chaurasia.
The C malkos raga scale has the following degrees: 1 ♭3 4 ♭6 ♭7.
Intervals: 3H-W-3H-W-W.
Diatonic chords: F suspended fourth, C minor augmented, Eb suspended second, F minor, Eb suspended fourth.
| Degrees | Chord |
|---|---|
| I | F suspended fourth |
| ii | C minor augmented |
| iii | Eb suspended second |
| IV | F minor |
| V | Eb suspended fourth |
This page focuses on the harmonic content — the chords built from each degree of the C malkos 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 malkos raga scale on guitar.
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How to Use This Scale
Use over minor drones and pedal tones. Works beautifully with delay and reverb for ambient, meditative textures.