Lydian ♯2
Introduction
Lydian ♯2 is the sixth mode of the Harmonic Minor scale. It offers a Lydian character with an altered second degree, creating an exotic, slightly dissonant flavor perfect for cinematic or jazz settings.
Structure
Formula: 1, ♯2, 3, ♯4, 5, 6, 7
Interval formula: A2 – W – W – W – H – W – H
Example:
F Lydian ♯2 (from A Harmonic Minor):
F – G♯ – A – B – C – D – E
Use Cases
- Fusion and modern jazz
- Film scores with surreal or psychedelic moments
- Experimental classical and ambient music
Diatonic Triads
| Degree | Chord Type | Example |
|---|---|---|
| I | Major | F |
| II | Major | G♯ |
| iii° | Diminished | A° |
| IV | Major | B |
| v° | Diminished | C° |
| vi | Minor | Dm |
| vii | Minor | Em |
Diatonic 7th Chords
| Degree | Chord Type | Example |
|---|---|---|
| I | Major 7 | Fmaj7 |
| II | Major 7 | G♯maj7 |
| iii° | Half-Diminished | Aø7 |
| IV | Major 7 | Bmaj7 |
| v° | Diminished 7 | Cdim7 |
| vi | Minor 7 | Dm7 |
| vii | Minor 7 | Em7 |
Common Progressions
- I - IV - vii: F - B - Em
- I - vi - II: F - Dm - G♯
