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B𝄫 Pelog

Indonesian gamelan scale (Western 12-TET approximation). 1 ♭2 ♭3 5 ♭6. The original uses non-equal-tempered intervals.

MEIMIDIHumdrum
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Tempo120 bpm

Audio source: tonejs-instruments by Nick Brosowsky (MIT)

Engraved by Verovio 6.2.0-43f8060 4 title B𝄫 Pelog Verovio
Keyboard
B𝄫D𝄫F♭G𝄫B𝄫C𝄫
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Questions
What notes are in the B𝄫 Pelog scale?

The B𝄫 Pelog scale uses the notes B𝄫, C𝄫, D𝄫, F♭, G𝄫 (one octave; the pattern repeats at higher registers).

What's the Pelog scale formula?

The Pelog scale follows the interval pattern H W 4 H 4, where W = whole step (2 semitones) and H = half step (1 semitone). Apply that pattern starting on B𝄫 to get the B𝄫 Pelog scale.

What chords work over B𝄫 Pelog?

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 B𝄫 Pelog on Flute?

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 Pelog scale?

Indonesian gamelan scale (Western 12-TET approximation). 1 ♭2 ♭3 5 ♭6. The original uses non-equal-tempered intervals.