F# Mixolydian Mode
F# – G# – A# – B – C# – D# – E
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 F# Mixolydian mode is the fifth mode of the B Major scale. It has a major sound with a flatted seventh degree, widely used in rock, blues, and folk.
F# Mixolydian Mode Notes
| Degree | Name | Note | Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tonic | F#4 | P1 |
| 2 | Supertonic | G#4 | M2 |
| 3 | Mediant | A#4 | M3 |
| 4 | Subdominant | B4 | P4 |
| 5 | Dominant | C#5 | P5 |
| 6 | Submediant | D#5 | M6 |
| ♭7 | Leading Tone | E5 | m7 |
| 8 | Octave | F#5 | P8 |
F# Mixolydian Mode — Frequently Asked Questions
What notes are in the F# Mixolydian mode?
F# Mixolydian is the fifth mode of its parent major scale. The flatted 7th is the defining characteristic.
How is F# Mixolydian used in music?
F# Mixolydian has a bluesy, driving, earthy sound. Common in blues, rock, country.
What is the characteristic note of Mixolydian?
The flatted 7th distinguishes Mixolydian from other modes. This single note defines the mode's character.
What chords are built from F# Mixolydian?
Diatonic chords are built by stacking thirds from each scale degree. The characteristic chord highlights the mode's unique sound.
Practice Tips
- The flatted 7th is the Mixolydian signature — listen for it.
- Practice F# Mixolydian over appropriate chord vamps.
- Compare with parallel modes to hear the difference.
- Mixolydian is common in blues, rock, country.
- Learn the parent major scale relationship.
- Practice in all inversions and positions.