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Modes · D root
D Lydian
The 4th mode of the major scale. Like major but with a raised 4th — giving it a dreamy, floating, otherworldly quality.
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Notes in D Lydian
DRoot
E2nd
F#3rd
G#4th
A5th
B6th
C#7th
DOctave
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About the D Lydian Scale
The D lydian scale contains the notes D, E, F#, G#, A, B, C#, D. It follows the interval pattern 2-2-2-1-2-2-1 and belongs to the modes family.
The 4th mode of the major scale. Like major but with a raised 4th — giving it a dreamy, floating, otherworldly quality. Practising this scale across ascending and descending directions builds reliable recognition of its characteristic mood and sound in any musical context.