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Modes · G# / A♭ root
G# / A♭ 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
AbRoot
A2nd
B3rd
Db4th
Eb5th
E6th
Gb7th
AbOctave
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Phrygian in All 12 Keys
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About the G# Phrygian Scale
The G# phrygian scale contains the notes Ab, A, B, Db, Eb, E, Gb, Ab. 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.