C lydian scale (guitar)
The C lydian scale shown across the whole guitar neck. Its notes areC – D – E – F♯ – G – A – B — the filled dots are the root. Free to print or download below.
How to play the C lydian scale
- Find the root notes. The filled dots are the root note (C); the open dots are the other scale notes. Start and end on a root to hear the C lydian sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every C lydian note from the open strings up to the 15th fret, so you can play the scale in any position.
- Use it to solo. Once the shape is under your fingers, improvise over backing chords in C, always resolving to a root note.
Notes in the C lydian scale
The C lydian scale is a bright major mode with a raised fourth, floating and dreamy. Its notes are C – D – E – F♯ – G – A – B.
C lydian scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the C lydian scale?
The C lydian scale contains the notes C – D – E – F♯ – G – A – B.
What is the C lydian scale used for?
It is a bright major mode with a raised fourth, floating and dreamy.
Is the C lydian scale diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.