G Lydian #9 Timple Canario Scale
Timple Canario scale — fretboard diagram
G Lydian #9 Scale — Notes and Intervals
The G Lydian #9 scale is an exotic and aggressive variation of the Lydian mode. On Timple Canario, the notes are G, A#, B, C#, D, E, F#. It features a wide melodic gap that gives it a fusion edge, perfect for high-energy solos and modern jazz compositions that require a sharp, biting sound. Commonly used in Fusion, Modern Jazz, Progressive. Notable players include Allan Holdsworth, Brett Garsed. Use over 7#9#11 chords. A specialized fusion tool for adding a sharp, biting edge to Lydian-based lines.
Notes: G, A#, B, C#, D, E, F#
Intervals: 1P, 2A, 3M, 4A, 5P, 6M, 7M
Degrees: 1 #2 3 #4 5 6 7
Formula: WH-H-W-H-W-W-H
Number of notes: 7
How to Play G Lydian #9 on Timple Canario
Begin by locating G on your instrument and play through the 7 notes of the Lydian #9 scale slowly, ensuring each note rings clearly before increasing speed.
The G Lydian #9 scale contains 3 sharps (A#, C#, F#). Its relative minor is E minor, which shares the same notes.
Practice Routine
Begin by playing the G Lydian #9 scale ascending and descending at 80 BPM using a metronome, one note per beat. Once comfortable, practice in thirds (G-B, A#-C#) to build intervallic familiarity. Spend 5 minutes daily on this pattern before increasing tempo by 10 BPM.
Experiment with simple two-chord vamps rooted on G to let the characteristic intervals of the Lydian #9 scale come through clearly.
Timple Canario Tips
Practice the G Lydian #9 scale slowly and evenly on your instrument, focusing on tone quality for each of the 7 notes before building speed.
The G Lydian #9 scale contains 7 notes (G, A#, B, C#, D, E, F#). Use the interactive fretboard above to explore this scale on Timple Canario with different tunings and fret ranges.
CAGED Positions & Patterns for G Lydian #9
The G Lydian #9 scale can be played in 5 CAGED positions across the fretboard, each based on an open chord shape (C, A, G, E, D). As a 7-note scale, it also lends itself to 3-notes-per-string (3NPS) patterns that facilitate legato playing and diagonal shifting. Use the pattern selector above to isolate each position.