G# Lydian Diminished Banjo 5 String Scale

Banjo 5 String scale in Standard (Open G) tuning — fretboard diagram

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G# Lydian Diminished in Standard (Open G) — Notes and Intervals

The G# Lydian Diminished scale is a synthetic scale that blends the ethereal brightness of Lydian with the tension of a minor third. On Banjo 5 String, it contains the notes G#, A#, B, D, D#, F, G. It is used to create a mysterious, neo-classical atmosphere that feels both ancient and modern at the same time. Commonly used in Film Scores, Neo-Classical, Fusion. Notable players include Danny Elfman, Bela Bartok. Use over m(Maj7), mMaj7#11 chords. A specialized color for neo-classical and cinematic passages.

Notes: G#, A#, B, D, D#, F, G

Intervals: 1P, 2M, 3m, 4A, 5P, 6M, 7M

Degrees: 1 2 b3 #4 5 6 7

Formula: W-H-WH-H-W-W-H

Number of notes: 7

Tuning: Standard (Open G) (D-B-G-D-G)

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