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Modes · F# / G♭ root

F# / G♭ 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 F# Phrygian

F#Root
G2nd
A3rd
B4th
C#5th
D6th
E7th
F#Octave

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Phrygian in All 12 Keys

Other Scales from F#

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About the F# Phrygian Scale

The F# phrygian scale contains the notes F#, G, A, B, C#, D, E, F#. 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.