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Modes · G root
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 G Phrygian
GRoot
G#2nd
A#3rd
C4th
D5th
D#6th
F7th
GOctave
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Phrygian in All 12 Keys
Other Scales from G
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About the G Phrygian Scale
The G phrygian scale contains the notes G, G#, A#, C, D, D#, F, G. 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.