Harmonic Major Scale Chart, Exercise And Best Diagram 2@22

Harmonic-Major-Scale

The harmonic major scale as Ionian b6 mode or Ethiopian scale (1 – 2 – 3 – 4 – 5 – b6 – 7) is built the same way as the diatonic major scale, but with a lowered 6th. This scale is not very well-known but can be interesting for those who want to add more exotic feel to their jazz improvisations. It is generally played over a major 7 chord, however it’s difficult to use because it sounds a little bit weird and dissonant

Harmonic Minor Bebop Scale Ultimate Best Guitar Shapes Charts and Theory 2

Harmonic Minor Bebop Scale

The harmonic minor bebop scale is obviously based on the harmonic minor scale. It contains an additional note (b7) between the minor 6 (b6) and the major 7 giving the following interval pattern made of eight notes : 1 (tonic) – 2 (second) – b3 (minor third) – 4 (perfect fourth) – 5 (perfect fifth) – b6 (minor sixth) – b7 (minor seventh) – 7 (major seventh).