G Houzam Piano Scale
Piano scale diagram
G Houzam Scale — Notes and Intervals
The G Houzam scale is a Greek dromos characterized by augmented second intervals that give it an unmistakably Middle Eastern vocal quality. On Piano, it contains the notes G, A#, B, C, D, Eb, F#. Used extensively in Greek tavern music and Ottoman-influenced traditions, it provides a rich harmonic palette for melodic improvisation steeped in cultural depth and emotional intensity.
Notes: G, A#, B, C, D, Eb, F#
Intervals: 1P, 2A, 3M, 4P, 5P, 6m, 7M
Degrees: 1 #2 3 4 5 b6 7
Formula: WH-H-H-W-H-WH-H
Number of notes: 7
How to Play G Houzam on Piano
On piano, the G Houzam scale uses 3 black keys. Start with your thumb on G and use the black keys as landmarks for consistent finger placement. Standard major or minor fingering patterns apply.
The G Houzam 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 — Exercises for Playing
Set a metronome to 80 BPM and play the G Houzam 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.
Exotic scales like the Houzam often work best as a melodic layer over a single root drone on G. Let the unique intervals speak for themselves without frequent chord changes.
Piano Tips
At the piano, try voicing the G Houzam 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 G Houzam scale contains 7 notes (G, A#, B, C, D, Eb, F#). Use the interactive fretboard diagram above to explore each shape and pattern on Piano. Practice ascending and descending from the root note to learn the sound of this scale.