B Double Harmonic Lydian Cuatro Venezolano Scale

Cuatro Venezolano scale in Standard tuning — fretboard diagram

B double harmonic lydian scale — 4-string guitar fretboard diagramInteractive fretboard diagram showing the B double harmonic lydian scale on 4-string guitar with 15 frets. Notes: B, C, D#, F, F#, G, A#.BCD#FF#GA#BCF#GA#BCD#FF#GD#FF#GA#BCD#FA#BCD#FF#GA#BC13579111213

B Double Harmonic Lydian in Standard — Notes and Intervals

The B Double Harmonic Lydian scale is a majestic variation that combines Byzantine exoticism with the brightness of the Lydian mode. On Cuatro Venezolano, its notes are B, C, D#, F, F#, G, A#. It creates a powerful, otherworldly sound that is perfect for epic fantasy or sci-fi scores. Commonly used in Film Scores, Fantasy, Progressive Metal. Notable players include Hans Zimmer, Opeth. Use over Maj7#11 chords in epic, fantasy-themed compositions. A specialized cinematic color.

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

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

Degrees: 1 b2 3 #4 5 b6 7

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

Number of notes: 7

Tuning: Standard (B-F#-D-A)

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