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F malkos raga scale — chords and intervals
Harmonizing the F malkos raga scale generates a dark, powerful chord set intended for deep nocturnal meditation. The chords of F malkos raga are Eb suspended second, Db major, Eb suspended fourth, Bb minor, Db suspended second. 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 F malkos raga scale has the following degrees: 1 ♭3 4 ♭6 ♭7.
Intervals: 3H-W-3H-W-W.
Diatonic chords: Eb suspended second, Db major, Eb suspended fourth, Bb minor, Db suspended second.
| Degrees | Chord |
|---|---|
| I | Eb suspended second |
| ii | Db major |
| iii | Eb suspended fourth |
| IV | Bb minor |
| V | Db suspended second |
This page focuses on the harmonic content — the chords built from each degree of the F 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 F 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.