D# Augmented Heptatonic Cavaquinho Scale
Cavaquinho scale in Standard tuning — fretboard diagram
TuningStandard (DGBD)
Frets17
D# Augmented Heptatonic in Standard — Notes and Intervals
The D# Augmented Heptatonic scale is a seven-note expansion of the augmented scale. On Cavaquinho, it contains the notes D#, E##, G, G#, A#, B, D. 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: D#, E##, G, G#, A#, B, D
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
Tuning: Standard (D-B-G-D)