D# flat three pentatonic chords
All guitar chords for the D# flat three pentatonic scale
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D# flat three pentatonic scale — chords and intervals
Harmonizing the D# flat three pentatonic scale produces a jazz-oriented chord set with a minor third that adds a bluesy twist to the harmonic options. The chords of D# flat three pentatonic are C diminished, D# suspended second, F# unknown, D# minor, F suspended fourth. These chords differentiate between changes in a blues progression, offering fresh voice-leading paths. Use them to add harmonic variety to otherwise repetitive vamp sections. Commonly used in Jazz, Blues, Experimental. Notable players include Joe Henderson, Wayne Shorter.
The D# flat three pentatonic scale has the following degrees: 1 2 ♭3 5 6.
Intervals: W-H-2W-W-3H.
Diatonic chords: C diminished, D# suspended second, F# unknown, D# minor, F suspended fourth.
| Degrees | Chord |
|---|---|
| I | C diminished |
| ii | D# suspended second |
| iii | F# unknown |
| IV | D# minor |
| V | F suspended fourth |
This page focuses on the harmonic content — the chords built from each degree of the D# flat three pentatonic 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# flat three pentatonic scale on guitar.
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How to Use This Scale
Use over m7, m7b5 chords. Effective for differentiating chords within a blues progression.