Double Harmonic Major Scale

The double harmonic major scale features two augmented second intervals, creating a dramatic, exotic sound. It is prominent in Arabic and Byzantine music and is also known as the Gypsy major or Arabic scale.

Formula: H-A2-H-W-H-A2-H   C Double Harmonic Major Scale: C – C# – E – F – G – G# – B

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Interval Pattern

Degree Degree Name Interval Step Note (C)
1 Tonic H C
♭2 Phrygian 2nd WH C#
3 Major Mediant H E
4 Subdominant W F
5 Dominant H G
♭6 Minor Submediant WH G#
7 Leading Tone H B