C♯ Mixolydian
Major with a lowered 7th — folk, blues-rock, dominant-7 vocabulary.
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What notes are in the C♯ Mixolydian scale?
The C♯ Mixolydian scale uses the notes C♯, D♯, E♯, F♯, G♯, A♯, B (one octave; the pattern repeats at higher registers).
What's the Mixolydian scale formula?
The Mixolydian scale follows the interval pattern W W H W W H W, where W = whole step (2 semitones) and H = half step (1 semitone). Apply that pattern starting on C♯ to get the C♯ Mixolydian scale.
What chords work over C♯ Mixolydian?
Mixolydian works over dominant 7th chords (V7, I7 in blues). The signature mode for blues-rock and Celtic music.
How do I finger C♯ Mixolydian on Bass Trombone?
On brass, scales train embouchure + valve / slide coordination across the partials. Slow practice with a tuner reveals intonation tendencies (e.g., the 5th partial sharp on trumpet).
When would I use the Mixolydian scale?
Major with a lowered 7th — folk, blues-rock, dominant-7 vocabulary.