G
Phrygian Mode
Scale Notes
G1+0 semitones
Ab2+1 semitones
Bb3+3 semitones
C4+5 semitones
D5+7 semitones
Eb6+8 semitones
F7+10 semitones
Scale Information
| Root Note | G | Scale Type | Phrygian Mode |
| Category | Modal | Number of Notes | 7 |
Interval Pattern
Semitones: 0 - 1 - 3 - 5 - 7 - 8 - 10
Pattern repeats every octave (12 semitones)
G0
G#1
A2
A#3
B4
C5
C#6
D7
D#8
E9
F10
F#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
The 3rd mode with a distinctive lowered 2nd degree
Musical Context
This modal scale contains 7 notes and is commonly used in Folk and Country music. It's an excellent scale for beginners to learn.
Characteristics
DarkSpanish/FlamencoExoticMinor
Practice Guide
Key Signature
1 sharp (F#)
G - Ab - Bb - C - D - Eb - F
Difficulty Level
BeginnerCircle of Fifths
Very common in folk and country music, guitar-friendly
Common Genres
FolkCountryClassicalGuitar music
Common Uses
Flamenco
Metal
Spanish music
Middle Eastern music
Practice Tips
- • Practice ascending and descending patterns
- • Try different rhythmic variations
- • Experiment with skipping notes (thirds, fourths)
- • Use as a basis for improvisation