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Modes · F root
F Mixolydian
The 5th mode of the major scale. Like major but with a flat 7th — giving it a bluesy, rock character.
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Notes in F Mixolydian
FRoot
G2nd
A3rd
Bb4th
C5th
D6th
Eb7th
FOctave
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About the F Mixolydian Scale
The F mixolydian scale contains the notes F, G, A, Bb, C, D, Eb, F. It follows the interval pattern 2-2-1-2-2-1-2 and belongs to the modes family.
The 5th mode of the major scale. Like major but with a flat 7th — giving it a bluesy, rock character. Practising this scale across ascending and descending directions builds reliable recognition of its characteristic mood and sound in any musical context.