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Exotic · G# / A♭ root

G# / A♭ Lydian Dominant

The 4th mode of the melodic minor scale. Combines the Lydian raised 4th with a Mixolydian flat 7th — a favourite in jazz and fusion.

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Notes in G# Lydian Dominant

AbRoot
Bb2nd
C3rd
D4th
Eb5th
F6th
Gb7th
AbOctave

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About the G# Lydian Dominant Scale

The G# lydian dominant scale contains the notes Ab, Bb, C, D, Eb, F, Gb, Ab. It follows the interval pattern 2-2-2-1-2-1-2 and belongs to the exotic family.

The 4th mode of the melodic minor scale. Combines the Lydian raised 4th with a Mixolydian flat 7th — a favourite in jazz and fusion. Practising this scale across ascending and descending directions builds reliable recognition of its characteristic mood and sound in any musical context.