F𝄪 Harmonic Major
Major with a lowered 6th — borrows the harmonic-minor flat-6 into a major context. Used over altered IV / iv6 progressions.
Playback sounds a perfect 5th below the written notation — the instrument's concert (sounding) pitch.
Audio source: synthesised in-browser via Tone.js (MIT)
What notes are in the F𝄪 Harmonic Major scale?
The F𝄪 Harmonic Major scale uses the notes F𝄪, G𝄪, A𝄪, B♯, C𝄪, D♯, E𝄪 (one octave; the pattern repeats at higher registers).
What's the Harmonic Major scale formula?
The Harmonic Major scale follows the interval pattern W W H W H W+H H, where W = whole step (2 semitones) and H = half step (1 semitone). Apply that pattern starting on F𝄪 to get the F𝄪 Harmonic Major scale.
What chords work over F𝄪 Harmonic Major?
Try chord pairings derived from the scale's third, fifth, and seventh degrees as roots — they share the most diatonic notes.
How do I finger F𝄪 Harmonic Major on Cor Anglais?
On double reeds, scales train reed control + register changes + the half-hole / full-hole register transition. Slow practice exposes pitch instability the player can correct with embouchure.
When would I use the Harmonic Major scale?
Major with a lowered 6th — borrows the harmonic-minor flat-6 into a major context. Used over altered IV / iv6 progressions.