C Double Harmonic Lydian Guitar Scale

Guitar scale in Open E tuning — fretboard diagram

C double harmonic lydian scale — 6-string guitar fretboard diagramInteractive fretboard diagram showing the C double harmonic lydian scale on 6-string guitar with 22 frets. Notes: E, F#, G, G#, B, C, C#.EF#GG#BCC#EF#GG#BCC#BCC#EF#GG#BCC#EF#GG#G#BCC#EF#GG#BCC#EF#EF#GG#BCC#EF#GG#BCC#BCC#EF#GG#BCC#EF#GG#EF#GG#BCC#EF#GG#BCC#1357911121315171921

C Double Harmonic Lydian in Open E — Notes and Intervals

The C Double Harmonic Lydian scale is a majestic variation that combines Byzantine exoticism with the brightness of the Lydian mode. On Guitar, its notes are C, Db, E, F#, G, Ab, B. 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: C, Db, E, F#, G, Ab, B

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: Open E (E-B-G#-E-B-E)

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