C♯ mixolydian scale (piano)

The C♯ mixolydian scale shown on the keyboard. Its notes areC♯ – D♯ – E♯ – F♯ – G♯ – A♯ – B. Free to print or download below.

C♯ mixolydian scale piano keyboard diagram showing C♯ – D♯ – E♯ – F♯ – G♯ – A♯ – B

How to play the C♯ mixolydian scale

  1. Find the root note. Start on C♯. The shaded keys show the C♯ mixolydian scale ascending from the root up to the next C♯ 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 (C♯ – D♯ – E♯ – F♯ – G♯ – A♯ – B), before putting hands together.
  3. Keep an even tempo. Aim for smooth, even notes. The C♯ mixolydian scale is the foundation for improvising and for the chords built in C♯.

Notes in the C♯ mixolydian scale

The C♯ mixolydian scale is a major mode with a flat seventh — the sound of blues and dominant chords. Its notes are C♯ – D♯ – E♯ – F♯ – G♯ – A♯ – B.

C♯ mixolydian scale — frequently asked questions

What notes are in the C♯ mixolydian scale?

The C♯ mixolydian scale contains the notes C♯ – D♯ – E♯ – F♯ – G♯ – A♯ – B.

What is the C♯ mixolydian scale used for?

It is a major mode with a flat seventh — the sound of blues and dominant chords.

Is the C♯ mixolydian piano scale free to print?

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