The harmonic minor scale has seven modes, each with its own unique sound and character. These modes are derived by starting the scale on each of its seven notes. Here’s a quick overview:
1. **Harmonic Minor**: The original scale (1, 2, ♭3, 4, 5, ♭6, 7).
A B C D E F G# A
2. **Locrian Natural 6**: Also called Locrian 13 (1, ♭2, ♭3, 4, ♭5, 6, ♭7).
B C D E F G# A B
3. **Ionian #5**: C major scale with an augmented fifth (1, 2, 3, 4, #5, 6, 7).
C D E F G# A B C
4. **Dorian #4**: Also known as Romanian Minor (1, 2, ♭3, #4, 5, 6, ♭7).
D E F G# A B C D
5. **Phrygian Dominant**: E dominant scale with a Phrygian flavor (1, ♭2, 3, 4, 5, ♭6, ♭7).
E F G# A B C D E
6. **Lydian #2**: F major scale with a raised second (1, #2, 3, #4, 5, 6, 7).
F G# A B C D E F
7. **Super Locrian bb7**: G# diminished scale (1, ♭2, ♭3, ♭4, ♭5, ♭6, ♭♭7).
G# A B C D E F G#
Each mode has its own distinct mood and is used in various musical contexts, from jazz to classical to metal.
Using the notes above, create each scale from the key of A harmonic minor.
Have fun.
