B♯ Lydian
Major with a raised 4th — the bright, floating mode. Think Simpsons theme.
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What notes are in the B♯ Lydian scale?
The B♯ Lydian scale uses the notes B♯, C𝄪, D𝄪, E𝄪, F𝄪, G𝄪, A𝄪 (one octave; the pattern repeats at higher registers).
What's the Lydian scale formula?
The Lydian scale follows the interval pattern W W W H W W H, where W = whole step (2 semitones) and H = half step (1 semitone). Apply that pattern starting on B♯ to get the B♯ Lydian scale.
What chords work over B♯ Lydian?
Lydian works over maj7♯11 chords and modal-jazz maj7 vamps. The bright film-score colour.
How do I finger B♯ Lydian 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 Lydian scale?
Major with a raised 4th — the bright, floating mode. Think Simpsons theme.