A Lydian Scale
Notes: A, B, C♯, D♯, E, F♯, G♯
On piano
On the guitar neck
Every note of the scale on the first 12 frets. The root is highlighted. High E string on top, as in tab.
Chords in this scale
Other A scales
MajorNatural MinorHarmonic MinorMelodic MinorMajor PentatonicMinor PentatonicBluesDorianPhrygianMixolydianLocrian
Lydian scale in other keys
About the lydian scale
Lydian is a major mode with a raised fourth. It sounds dreamy and floating, and is loved by film composers. Step pattern: W – W – W – H – W – W – H. W = whole step (2 frets), H = half step (1 fret).
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A lydian scale?
The A lydian scale is A, B, C♯, D♯, E, F♯, G♯.