G Segiah Piano Scale
Piano scale diagram
G Segiah Scale — Notes and Intervals
The G Segiah scale is a Greek dromos that places an augmented second directly from the tonic, producing an immediate exotic tension at the very start of any melodic phrase. On Piano, the notes are G, A#, B, C, D, Eb, F. This bold opening interval makes it one of the most expressive dromoi in the Greek modal tradition, suited to both instrumental improvisations and deeply emotive vocal performances.
Notes: G, A#, B, C, D, Eb, F
Intervals: 1P, 2A, 3M, 4P, 5P, 6m, 7m
Degrees: 1 #2 3 4 5 b6 b7
Formula: WH-H-H-W-H-W-W
Number of notes: 7
How to Play G Segiah on Piano
On piano, the G Segiah 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 Segiah scale contains both sharps and flats (1 sharp, 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
Begin by playing the G Segiah 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.
Exotic scales like the Segiah 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
On piano, practice the G Segiah 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 Segiah 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.