C# Lydian #5p Pentatonic Piano Scale
Piano scale diagram
C# Lydian #5p Pentatonic Scale — Notes and Intervals
The C# Lydian #5p Pentatonic scale is a high-tension scale that combines the brightness of Lydian with the mystery of Augmented chords. On Piano, it contains the notes C#, F, G, A, C. It is a specialized tool for fusion and modern jazz, designed to be played over complex major-augmented harmonies. Commonly used in Fusion, Modern Jazz, Progressive. Notable players include Allan Holdsworth, Greg Howe. Use over Maj7#5, Maj7#11 chords. Specialized tool for augmented major harmony in fusion contexts.
Notes: C#, F, G, A, C
Intervals: 1P, 3M, 4A, 5A, 7M
Degrees: 1 2 #3 #4 5
Formula: 4-W-W-WH-H
Number of notes: 5
How to Play C# Lydian #5p Pentatonic on Piano
On piano, the C# Lydian #5p Pentatonic scale uses 1 black key. Start with your thumb on C# and use the black keys as landmarks for consistent finger placement. Standard major or minor fingering patterns apply.
The C# Lydian #5p Pentatonic scale contains 1 sharp (C#). This scale does not follow a traditional major or minor key signature, so reading from sheet music may require accidentals.
Practice Routine
Set a metronome to 80 BPM and play the C# Lydian #5p Pentatonic scale in groups of four notes, shifting the starting note each repetition. This builds muscle memory across the entire scale range. After a week, try improvising short 4-bar phrases using only these notes.
This scale works well over simple power chord progressions or a 12-bar blues in C#. Try a C#5 - A5 - C5 progression.
Piano Tips
On piano, practice the C# Lydian #5p Pentatonic scale hands together in contrary motion (one hand ascending, the other descending). This builds independence and strengthens your awareness of the scale's symmetry.
The C# Lydian #5p Pentatonic scale contains 5 notes (C#, F, G, A, C). Use the interactive piano diagram above to explore this scale on Piano.