D# Lydian Diminished Mandolin Scale

D# Lydian Diminished in Standard — Notes and Intervals

The D# Lydian Diminished scale is a synthetic scale that blends the ethereal brightness of Lydian with the tension of a minor third. On Mandolin, it contains the notes D#, F, F#, A, A#, C, D. It is used to create a mysterious, neo-classical atmosphere that feels both ancient and modern at the same time. Commonly used in Film Scores, Neo-Classical, Fusion. Notable players include Danny Elfman, Bela Bartok. Use over m(Maj7), mMaj7#11 chords. A specialized color for neo-classical and cinematic passages.

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

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

Degrees: 1 2 b3 #4 5 6 7

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

Number of notes: 7

Tuning: Standard (E-A-D-G)

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• D# Lydian Diminished in Standard Tuning

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