C# Lydian #9 Ukulele Scale
Ukulele scale — fretboard diagram
C# Lydian #9 Scale — Notes and Intervals
The C# Lydian #9 scale is an exotic and aggressive variation of the Lydian mode. On Ukulele, the notes are C#, E, F, G, G#, A#, C. 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: C#, E, F, G, G#, A#, C
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 C# Lydian #9 on Ukulele
On ukulele, find C# on the open strings or work through the scale within a four-fret span. You may need to shift positions once to cover all 7 notes. Practice each position separately before linking them together.
The C# Lydian #9 scale contains 3 sharps (C#, G#, A#). Its relative minor is A# minor, which shares the same notes.
Practice Routine
Practice the C# Lydian #9 scale by playing it ascending with one rhythmic feel (straight eighth notes) and descending with another (swing or triplets) at 80 BPM. This dual approach trains both technical accuracy and rhythmic versatility with the 7 notes of the scale.
Experiment with simple two-chord vamps rooted on C# to let the characteristic intervals of the Lydian #9 scale come through clearly.
Ukulele Tips
The compact fretboard of the ukulele makes the C# Lydian #9 scale easy to visualize in a single position. Use this to your advantage by memorizing the scale shape relative to chord shapes you already know.
The C# Lydian #9 scale contains 7 notes (C#, E, F, G, G#, A#, C). Use the interactive fretboard above to explore this scale on Ukulele with different tunings and fret ranges.
CAGED Positions & Patterns for C# Lydian #9
The C# 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.
Explore C# Lydian #9 Further
- Harmonize the C# Lydian #9 scale — triads & 7th chords
- Browse chord progressions
- C# Lydian #9 on Guitar
- C# Lydian #9 on Bass
- C# Lydian #9 on Piano