D# Augmented Heptatonic Ukulele Scale
Ukulele scale — fretboard diagram
D# Augmented Heptatonic Scale — Notes and Intervals
The D# Augmented Heptatonic scale is a seven-note expansion of the augmented scale. On Ukulele, it contains the notes D#, E##, G, G#, A#, B, D. It provides maximum chromatic tension and is an ideal tool for creating high-drama resolutions in minor-key compositions. Commonly used in Jazz, Classical, Film Scores. Notable players include Oliver Nelson, Wayne Shorter. Use over augmented and Maj7#5 chords in jazz. A dramatic coloring tool for resolutions.
Notes: D#, E##, G, G#, A#, B, D
Intervals: 1P, 2A, 3M, 4P, 5P, 5A, 7M
Degrees: 1 #2 3 4 5 #6 7
Formula: WH-H-H-W-H-WH-H
Number of notes: 7
How to Play D# Augmented Heptatonic on Ukulele
On ukulele, find D# on the fret 2 area, and 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 D# Augmented Heptatonic scale contains 4 sharps (D#, E##, G#, A#). This scale does not follow a traditional major or minor key signature, so reading from sheet music may require accidentals.
Practice Routine
Set a metronome to 80 BPM and play the D# Augmented Heptatonic scale in groups of four notes, shifting the starting note each repetition. This builds muscle memory across the entire scale range. After a week, try improvising short 4-bar phrases using only these notes.
Exotic scales like the Augmented Heptatonic often work best as a melodic layer over a single root drone on D#. Let the unique intervals speak for themselves without frequent chord changes.
Ukulele Tips
On ukulele, the D# Augmented Heptatonic scale sounds particularly charming when played as a melodic pattern over fingerpicked chord shapes. Try integrating scale tones into your strumming patterns for a more sophisticated sound.
The D# Augmented Heptatonic scale contains 7 notes (D#, E##, G, G#, A#, B, D). Use the interactive fretboard above to explore this scale on Ukulele with different tunings and fret ranges.
CAGED Positions & Patterns for D# Augmented Heptatonic
The D# Augmented Heptatonic 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 D# Augmented Heptatonic Further
- Harmonize the D# Augmented Heptatonic scale — triads & 7th chords
- Browse chord progressions
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