Cb Mixolydian Mode
Cb – Db – Eb – Fb – Gb – Ab – Bbb
Formula:W-W-H-W-W-H-W
Intervals:P1-M2-M3-P4-P5-M6-m7-P8
Scale Degrees:1-2-3-4-5-6-♭7-8
Introduction
The Cb Mixolydian mode is the fifth mode of the Fb Major scale. It has a major sound with a flatted seventh degree, widely used in rock, blues, and folk.
Cb Mixolydian Mode Notes
| Degree | Name | Note | Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tonic | Cb4 | P1 |
| 2 | Supertonic | Db4 | M2 |
| 3 | Mediant | Eb4 | M3 |
| 4 | Subdominant | Fb4 | P4 |
| 5 | Dominant | Gb4 | P5 |
| 6 | Submediant | Ab4 | M6 |
| ♭7 | Leading Tone | Bbb4 | m7 |
| 8 | Octave | Cb5 | P8 |
Cb Mixolydian Mode — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the Cb Mixolydian mode?
Cb Mixolydian is the enharmonic equivalent of B Mixolydian. Same notes.
How does Cb Mixolydian differ from Cb Major?
One note: flatted 7th.
What is the parent major scale?
Fifth mode of Fb Major (enharmonically E Major).
How is Cb Mixolydian used in music?
Musicians use B Mixolydian in practice.
What songs use Mixolydian?
Sound identical regardless of spelling.
Do I need both spellings?
Learn B Mixolydian and understand the enharmonic relationship.
Practice Tips
- Cb Mixolydian and B Mixolydian are enharmonic.
- Translate to B Mixolydian.
- Keyboard notes identical.
- The flatted 7th defines the sound.
- Understanding both spellings builds fluency.
- Compare with Cb Major.