D# Mixolydian
D# Mixolydian
modeAt a Glance
- Formula:
- D# mixolydian
| Notes | D# | E# | F## | G# | A# | B# | C# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Degree Labels | R | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | b7 |
| Roman Numerals | I | ii | iii° | IV | v | vi | VII |
| Steps | W | W | H | W | W | H | W |
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What It Is
The major scale with a lowered 7th degree - degree 5 of the major scale. Notes: D#, E#, F##, G#, A#, B#, C#.
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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