A♯ Lydian Augmented
Lydian with #5 — the 3rd mode of melodic minor. Floating, bright, jazz-fusion colour over maj7♯5.
Playback sounds an octave + major 2nd below the written notation — the instrument's concert (sounding) pitch.
Audio source: tonejs-instruments by Nick Brosowsky (MIT)
What notes are in the A♯ Lydian Augmented scale?
The A♯ Lydian Augmented scale uses the notes A♯, B♯, C𝄪, D𝄪, E𝄪, F𝄪, G𝄪 (one octave; the pattern repeats at higher registers).
What's the Lydian Augmented scale formula?
The Lydian Augmented scale follows the interval pattern W W W W H W H, where W = whole step (2 semitones) and H = half step (1 semitone). Apply that pattern starting on A♯ to get the A♯ Lydian Augmented scale.
What chords work over A♯ Lydian Augmented?
Lydian Augmented works over maj7♯5 chords and the 'floating' tonality of modal jazz. 3rd mode of melodic minor.
How do I finger A♯ Lydian Augmented on Bass Clarinet?
On woodwinds, scales train fingering coordination + breath support + register changes. Pay particular attention to the break (the register-key transition); slow practice with a tuner reveals intonation issues across the break.
When would I use the Lydian Augmented scale?
Lydian with #5 — the 3rd mode of melodic minor. Floating, bright, jazz-fusion colour over maj7♯5.