A♭ lydian scale (piano)

The A♭ lydian scale shown on the keyboard. Its notes areA♭ – B♭ – C – D – E♭ – F – G. Free to print or download below.

A♭ lydian scale piano keyboard diagram showing A♭ – B♭ – C – D – E♭ – F – G

How to play the A♭ lydian scale

  1. Find the root note. Start on A♭. The shaded keys show the A♭ lydian scale ascending from the root up to the next A♭ an octave higher.
  2. Play it hands separately. Play the scale slowly up and down with each hand on its own first, naming each note (A♭ – B♭ – C – D – E♭ – F – G), before putting hands together.
  3. Keep an even tempo. Aim for smooth, even notes. The A♭ lydian scale is the foundation for improvising and for the chords built in A♭.

Notes in the A♭ lydian scale

The A♭ lydian scale is a bright major mode with a raised fourth, floating and dreamy. Its notes are A♭ – B♭ – C – D – E♭ – F – G.

A♭ lydian scale — frequently asked questions

What notes are in the A♭ lydian scale?

The A♭ lydian scale contains the notes A♭ – B♭ – C – D – E♭ – F – G.

What is the A♭ lydian scale used for?

It is a bright major mode with a raised fourth, floating and dreamy.

Is the A♭ lydian piano scale free to print?

Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.

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