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Latest revision as of 20:42, 14 May 2025
Lydian
Mode Modal Scale Musical Scale Major Scale
The Lydian mode has the interval pattern:
- W–W–W–H–W–W–H**
It is similar to the Major Scale (Ionian) but with a raised 4th degree.
Example
- F Lydian: F – G – A – B – C – D – E – F
Characteristics
- Bright and ethereal character
- Popular in film music and jazz fusion