C Mixolydian Scale on Guitar
The C Mixolydian Scale has the notes C – D – E – F – G – A – Bb. Mixolydian is a major mode with a flat 7th, the sound of dominant 7th chords. Major with a bluesy flat 7th. Relaxed and rootsy.
C Mixolydian Scale notes
| Degree | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | b7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Note | C | D | E | F | G | A | Bb |
It has the same notes as F 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 0–4)
Position 3 (frets 2–6)
Position 4 (frets 4–8)
Position 5 (frets 5–9)
Position 6 (frets 7–11)
Position 7 (frets 9–13)
How to use the C 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 C Mixolydian Scale?
The C Mixolydian Scale contains C, D, E, F, G, A, Bb.
What is the C 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: C, D, E, F, G, A, Bb, then the root C again an octave higher.
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