C phrygian scale (guitar)
The C phrygian 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 phrygian 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 phrygian sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every C phrygian 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 phrygian scale
The C phrygian scale is a dark minor mode with a flat second, giving a Spanish or metal flavour. Its notes are C – D♭ – E♭ – F – G – A♭ – B♭.
C phrygian scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the C phrygian scale?
The C phrygian scale contains the notes C – D♭ – E♭ – F – G – A♭ – B♭.
What is the C phrygian scale used for?
It is a dark minor mode with a flat second, giving a Spanish or metal flavour.
Is the C phrygian scale diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.