Bb Mixolydian Scale on Guitar
The Bb Mixolydian Scale has the notes Bb – C – D – Eb – F – G – Ab. Mixolydian is a major mode with a flat 7th, the sound of dominant 7th chords. Major with a bluesy flat 7th. Relaxed and rootsy.
Bb Mixolydian Scale notes
| Degree | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | b7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Note | Bb | C | D | Eb | F | G | Ab |
It has the same notes as Eb major, starting from the fifth note.
Fretboard diagram (frets 0 to 12)
7 positions across the neck
Learn the scale one box at a time and then link neighbouring boxes. Each diagram covers a five-fret window.
Position 1 (frets 0–4)
Position 2 (frets 2–6)
Position 3 (frets 3–7)
Position 4 (frets 5–9)
Position 5 (frets 7–11)
Position 6 (frets 9–13)
Position 7 (frets 10–14)
How to use the Bb Mixolydian Scale
Blues-rock, country, funk and jam music over dominant 7th chords.
Practice tip. Think of it as the major scale with the 7th lowered by a half step.
More Mixolydian scales and related scales
FAQ
What are the notes of the Bb Mixolydian Scale?
The Bb Mixolydian Scale contains Bb, C, D, Eb, F, G, Ab.
What is the Bb Mixolydian Scale used for?
Mixolydian is a major mode with a flat 7th, the sound of dominant 7th chords. Use it over dominant 7th chords.
How many notes are in the Mixolydian scale?
7 notes: Bb, C, D, Eb, F, G, Ab, then the root Bb again an octave higher.
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