G Locrian Major Piano Scale
Piano scale diagram
G Locrian Major Scale — Notes and Intervals
The G Locrian Major scale is a 20th-century hybrid that combines the stability of a major third with the dissonance of a Locrian base. On Piano, it contains the notes G, A, B, C, Db, Eb, F. It was used by experimental composers to create a sound that is both familiar and alien. Commonly used in Experimental, Contemporary Classical, Avant-Garde. Notable players include Bela Bartok, Gyorgy Ligeti. Use in experimental composition over polytonal or atonal passages. A tool for creating cognitive dissonance.
Notes: G, A, B, C, Db, Eb, F
Intervals: 1P, 2M, 3M, 4P, 5d, 6m, 7m
Degrees: 1 2 3 4 5 b6 b7
Formula: W-W-H-H-W-W-W
Number of notes: 7
Also known as: arabian
How to Play G Locrian Major on Piano
On piano, the G Locrian Major scale uses 2 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 Locrian Major scale contains 2 flats (Db, Eb). Its relative major is B major, which shares the same key signature.
Practice Routine
Begin by playing the G Locrian Major scale ascending and descending at 80 BPM using a metronome, one note per beat. Once comfortable, practice in thirds (G-B, A-C) to build intervallic familiarity. Spend 5 minutes daily on this pattern before increasing tempo by 10 BPM.
Experiment with simple two-chord vamps rooted on G to let the characteristic intervals of the Locrian Major scale come through clearly.
Piano Tips
On piano, practice the G Locrian Major 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 G Locrian Major scale contains 7 notes (G, A, B, C, Db, Eb, F). Use the interactive piano diagram above to explore this scale on Piano.