C♯ malkos raga scale diatonic chords
C♯ malkos raga scale seventh chords
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Fretboard diagram
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, E suspended second, F# minor, E 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, E suspended second, F# minor, E suspended fourth.
| Degrees | Chord |
|---|---|
| I | F# suspended fourth |
| ii | C# minor augmented |
| iii | E suspended second |
| IV | F# minor |
| V | E 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.