E𝄫 Augmented
Alternating minor 3rd and half step. Six notes; symmetric every major 3rd. Modern jazz / fusion colour.
Audio source: FluidR3_GM SoundFont (public domain)
What notes are in the E𝄫 Augmented scale?
The E𝄫 Augmented scale uses the notes E𝄫, G𝄫, G♭, B𝄫, C𝄫, D♭ (one octave; the pattern repeats at higher registers).
What's the Augmented scale formula?
The Augmented scale follows the interval pattern W+H H W+H H W+H H, where W = whole step (2 semitones) and H = half step (1 semitone). Apply that pattern starting on E𝄫 to get the E𝄫 Augmented scale.
What chords work over E𝄫 Augmented?
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𝄫 Augmented on Alto?
Singing scales (solfège) trains pitch accuracy + interval recognition. Use moveable Do (Do = tonic) so any scale starts on Do. The major scale solfège (Do-Re-Mi-Fa-Sol-La-Ti-Do) is the universal pattern.
When would I use the Augmented scale?
Alternating minor 3rd and half step. Six notes; symmetric every major 3rd. Modern jazz / fusion colour.