B
Diminished Scale
Scale Notes
B1+0 semitones
C#2+2 semitones
D3+3 semitones
E4+5 semitones
F5+6 semitones
G6+8 semitones
Ab7+9 semitones
A#8+11 semitones
Scale Information
| Root Note | B | Scale Type | Diminished Scale |
| Category | Symmetrical | Number of Notes | 8 |
Interval Pattern
Semitones: 0 - 2 - 3 - 5 - 6 - 8 - 9 - 11
Pattern repeats every octave (12 semitones)
B0
C1
C#2
D3
D#4
E5
F6
F#7
G8
G#9
A10
A#11
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Understanding the Pattern: The numbers above show the interval distances between scale notes in semitones (half-steps). The highlighted notes like this are the notes that belong to this scale. This pattern can be moved to any starting note to create the same scale in different keys - that's how scales work across all 12 keys!
Scale Overview
Description
Alternating whole and half steps, used over diminished chords
Musical Context
This symmetrical scale contains 8 notes and is commonly used in Classical and Advanced guitar music. This scale requires some musical experience to master effectively.
Characteristics
SymmetricalJazz-orientedComplexChromatic
Practice Guide
Key Signature
5 sharps (F#, C#, G#, D#, A#)
B - C# - D - E - F - G - Ab - A#
Difficulty Level
IntermediateCircle of Fifths
Less common but used in advanced classical repertoire
Common Genres
ClassicalAdvanced guitarOrchestral
Common Uses
Jazz
Classical music
Bebop
Modern harmony
Practice Tips
- • Practice ascending and descending patterns
- • Try different rhythmic variations
- • Experiment with skipping notes (thirds, fourths)
- • Use as a basis for improvisation