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G𝄫 Bebop Dominant

Mixolydian with the added chromatic passing tone between ♭7 and root. The bebop blueprint over V7 chords.

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Tempo120 bpm

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FingeringFollows the scale as it plays — written pitch, matches the staff
G𝄫8ve8ve8ve28ve2G♯G♯E♭E♭FFBBB♭B♭FFCCC♯C♯E♭E♭
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Questions
What notes are in the G𝄫 Bebop Dominant scale?

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

What's the Bebop Dominant scale formula?

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

What chords work over G𝄫 Bebop Dominant?

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 G𝄫 Bebop Dominant on Oboe?

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 Bebop Dominant scale?

Mixolydian with the added chromatic passing tone between ♭7 and root. The bebop blueprint over V7 chords.