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Modes · D# / E♭ root
D# / E♭ Phrygian
The 3rd mode of the major scale. Starts with a half step, giving it a dark, Spanish or Flamenco character.
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Notes in D# Phrygian
EbRoot
E2nd
Gb3rd
Ab4th
Bb5th
B6th
Db7th
EbOctave
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Phrygian in All 12 Keys
Other Scales from D#
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About the D# Phrygian Scale
The D# phrygian scale contains the notes Eb, E, Gb, Ab, Bb, B, Db, Eb. It follows the interval pattern 1-2-2-2-1-2-2 and belongs to the modes family.
The 3rd mode of the major scale. Starts with a half step, giving it a dark, Spanish or Flamenco character. Practising this scale across ascending and descending directions builds reliable recognition of its characteristic mood and sound in any musical context.