A# Mixolydian scale on guitar
relaxed · groovy · dominant
About the Mixolydian scale
Major with a b7: relaxed, bluesy, dominant. The default color of rock'n'roll riffs and every unresolved 7th chord.
When to use it: Over dominant 7th chords and I-bVII rock progressions.
Watch out: Over a maj7 chord the b7 sounds like a mistake.
Notes
Genres
Diatonic chords — tap any of them
These chords are built using only the notes of this scale — one on each degree. That's why they all sound "at home" together: they're the harmonic family of A# Mixolydian.
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A# Mixolydian scale?
The A# Mixolydian scale contains the notes A#, C, D, D#, F, G, G#. On this page you can see them highlighted on the instrument and hear how the scale sounds.
What does the Mixolydian scale sound like?
Every scale has its own color. Mixolydian is best experienced by ear — press play above to hear A# Mixolydian and watch each note light up.
Which chords can I build from A# Mixolydian?
The diatonic chords of A# Mixolydian include A#, Cm, Ddim, D#, Fm, Gm, G#. They all share the scale's notes, which is why they sound at home together.