D kafi raga scale diatonic chords
D kafi raga scale seventh chords
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Fretboard diagram
D kafi raga scale — chords and intervals
The harmonized D kafi raga scale yields a warm, romantic chord family that mirrors Western Dorian harmony with an Indian character. The chords from D kafi raga are D major, G unknown, F# diminished, G unknown, A unknown, C# unknown, D unknown, C# 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 D 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: D major, G unknown, F# diminished, G unknown, A unknown, C# unknown, D unknown, C# unknown.
| Degrees | Chord |
|---|---|
| I | D major |
| ii | G unknown |
| iii | F# diminished |
| IV | G unknown |
| V | A unknown |
| vi | C# unknown |
| vii° | D unknown |
| 8 | C# unknown |
Degree-by-Degree Analysis
The I chord (D major) is the tonic — the gravitational center of the key. The ii chord (G unknown) is the minor subdominant, commonly used to approach the V chord. The iii chord (F# diminished) functions as a substitute for the I or vi. The IV chord (G unknown) is the subdominant — it adds motion and moderate tension. The V chord (A unknown) is the dominant — it creates the strongest tension that wants to resolve to the I. The vi chord (C# unknown) is the relative minor — it brings emotional color and depth. The vii° chord (D 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 D 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 D 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.