G Lydian

G Lydian

lydian

Intermediate

Root: G

7 notes

Notes in Scale

G

Root

A

Major 2nd

B

Major 3rd

C#

Augmented 4th

D

Perfect 5th

E

Major 6th

F#

Major 7th

Lydian mode - major with raised 4th, dreamy and ethereal sound

Sound Character

Timbre

Diverse, unique

Emotion

Depends on specific mode

Suitable Genres

Jazz, Fusion, Film Music

Quick Reference

Root Note

G

Scale Type

lydian

Note Count

7

Accidentals

2♯

Difficulty

Intermediate

Alternate Names

Fa mode

Common Music Genres

Jazz

Film Music

Progressive Rock

Tags

mode

major

dreamy