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D Mixolydian Scale

The D Mixolydian scale has a twangy, rootsy sound. The fifth mode of G major, its flat C natural gives it a country-blues flavor that's perfect for Southern rock, blues, and jam-band guitar.

Also known as

  • D Mixolydian Mode

Formula

1 2 3 4 5 6 ♭7

Notes

DEF#GABC

Diatonic Chords

These chords are built from the notes of the D Mixolydian scale. Each degree gets a chord based on the intervals stacked above it.

Explore this scale on the interactive fretboard tool