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E𝄫 Pelog

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

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Tempo120 bpm

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

The E𝄫 Pelog scale uses the notes E𝄫, F𝄫, G𝄫, B𝄫, C𝄫 (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 E𝄫 to get the E𝄫 Pelog scale.

What chords work over E𝄫 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 E𝄫 Pelog on Tuba?

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 Pelog scale?

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