F Augmented Cavaquinho Scale
Cavaquinho scale in Standard tuning — fretboard diagram
F Augmented in Standard — Notes and Intervals
The F Augmented scale is a symmetrical six-note scale that sounds suspended and dreamlike. On Cavaquinho, it contains the notes F, G#, A, C, C#, E. Built from interlocking augmented triads, it creates a sense of high harmonic tension and is often used in jazz and film music to depict surreal states of mind. Commonly used in Jazz, Film Scores, Impressionist, Experimental. Notable players include John Coltrane, Wayne Shorter, Oliver Nelson. Use over augmented triads, Maj7#5 chords. Creates a high-tension, surreal quality ideal for jazz and cinematic transitions.
Notes: F, G#, A, C, C#, E
Intervals: 1P, 2A, 3M, 5P, 5A, 7M
Degrees: 1 #2 3 4 #5 6
Formula: WH-H-WH-H-WH-H
Number of notes: 6
Tuning: Standard (D-B-G-D)