G Lydian Guitar Scale
Guitar scale in Double Drop D tuning — fretboard diagram
G Lydian in Double Drop D — Notes and Intervals
The G Lydian scale is the fourth mode of the major scale and arguably the brightest sound in music theory. On Guitar, the notes are G, A, B, C#, D, E, F#. It is known for its ethereal, dreamlike, and cinematic quality. Because it avoids the pull of the perfect fourth, it is a favorite for film composers wanting to evoke a sense of wonder or otherworldly space. The diatonic chords of G Lydian are GMaj7, A7, Bm7, C#m7b5, DMaj7, Em7, F#m7. Commonly used in Film Scores, Progressive Rock, Fusion, Ambient, Dream Pop. Notable players include Joe Satriani, Steve Vai, John Williams, Hans Zimmer. Use over Maj7#11, Maj9 chords. Ideal for non-resolving major passages. Avoid when the music needs to feel grounded or resolved.
Notes: G, A, B, C#, D, E, F#
Intervals: 1P, 2M, 3M, 4A, 5P, 6M, 7M
Degrees: 1 2 3 #4 5 6 7
Formula: W-W-W-H-W-W-H
Number of notes: 7
Tuning: Double Drop D (D-B-G-D-A-D)
Diatonic Chords
GMaj7 — A7 — Bm7 — C♯m7♭5 — DMaj7 — Em7 — F♯m7