F Augmented Heptatonic Piano Scale
Piano scale diagram
F Augmented Heptatonic Scale — Notes and Intervals
The F Augmented Heptatonic scale is a seven-note expansion of the augmented scale. On Piano, it contains the notes F, G#, A, Bb, C, C#, E. It provides maximum chromatic tension and is an ideal tool for creating high-drama resolutions in minor-key compositions. Commonly used in Jazz, Classical, Film Scores. Notable players include Oliver Nelson, Wayne Shorter. Use over augmented and Maj7#5 chords in jazz. A dramatic coloring tool for resolutions.
Notes: F, G#, A, Bb, C, C#, E
Intervals: 1P, 2A, 3M, 4P, 5P, 5A, 7M
Degrees: 1 #2 3 4 5 #6 7
Formula: WH-H-H-W-H-WH-H
Number of notes: 7
How to Play F Augmented Heptatonic on Piano
On piano, the F Augmented Heptatonic scale uses 3 black keys. Start with your thumb on F and use the black keys as landmarks for consistent finger placement. Standard major or minor fingering patterns apply.
The F Augmented Heptatonic scale contains both sharps and flats (2 sharps, 1 flat), which is common in altered and exotic scales. This scale does not follow a traditional major or minor key signature, so reading from sheet music may require accidentals.
Practice Routine
Begin by playing the F Augmented Heptatonic scale ascending and descending at 80 BPM using a metronome, one note per beat. Once comfortable, practice in thirds (F-A, G#-Bb) to build intervallic familiarity. Spend 5 minutes daily on this pattern before increasing tempo by 10 BPM.
Exotic scales like the Augmented Heptatonic often work best as a melodic layer over a single root drone on F. Let the unique intervals speak for themselves without frequent chord changes.
Piano Tips
At the piano, try voicing the F Augmented Heptatonic scale in the left hand as blocked intervals (thirds or sixths) while the right hand plays the melody. This develops your harmonic ear and comping skills simultaneously.
The F Augmented Heptatonic scale contains 7 notes (F, G#, A, Bb, C, C#, E). Use the interactive piano diagram above to explore this scale on Piano.