B Mixolydian
B Mixolydian
modeAt a Glance
- Formula:
- B mixolydian
- Notes:
- B, C#, D#, E, F#, G#, A
Piano
Fretboard
What It Is
The major scale with a lowered 7th degree - degree 5 of the major scale. Notes: B, C#, D#, E, F#, G#, A.
How It Functions
Major-sounding but less resolved than Ionian, because the lowered 7th removes the leading tone into the tonic.
Mood & Character
Bluesy and grounded - major-toned but relaxed rather than fully resolved, common in blues and rock vamps.
Real Song Examples
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