F Prometheus Scale is a world scale from the exotic, world-music character. Used by Scriabin — 'Mystic scale.' No perfect 5th. The Prometheus Scale scale contains 6 notes: F, G, A, B, D, Eb. With a formula of 1 - 2 - 3 - b5 - 6 - b7, it uses eight or more notes for a denser harmonic palette. This advanced scale opens up sophisticated harmonic possibilities.
The F Prometheus Scale scale is constructed using the interval formula 1 - 2 - 3 - b5 - 6 - b7, which means it contains the intervals Root (1), Major Second (2), Major Third (3), Tritone (b5/#4), Major Sixth (6), Minor Seventh (b7) above the root F. The notes are F, G, A, B, D, Eb. Starting from the F major scale (F, Gb, G, Ab, A, Bb, B, C, Db, D, Eb, E), each interval contributes to its distinctive exotic character. Key characteristics: No P5 = floating. Promethean/Mystic.
F Prometheus Scale has a distinctive, exotic sound with unique intervallic character. Used by Scriabin — 'Mystic scale.' No perfect 5th. The emotional feeling is distinctive and evocative. This scale creates sounds rarely heard in standard Western harmony, making it a powerful tool for creating unique musical atmospheres.
F Prometheus Scale works best in Classical, 20th Century, Experimental music. Use it in Classical and 20th Century contexts for its distinctive character.
Compatible chords and progressions:
1. Complex
Related scales:
- Whole Tone
- Lydian Augmented
- Augmented
Practice Routine for F Prometheus Scale:
5 minutes: Play each note of the F Prometheus Scale scale slowly, one at a time. Listen carefully to the character of each interval. Ascending and descending through the scale. Focus on clean, even tone on each note.
10 minutes: Practice the scale with a metronome at 60 BPM. Play one note per beat ascending, then descending. Gradually increase to two notes per beat (eighth notes) and four notes per beat (sixteenth notes). Focus on timing precision.
20 minutes: Apply the scale over a backing track in F major. Improvise melodies using only the Prometheus Scale scale notes. Experiment with different rhythmic patterns, slides, bends, and vibrato. Focus on musical phrasing.
30 minutes: Learn the scale in multiple positions across the fretboard. Connect different positions with smooth transitions. Practice playing the scale over a chord progression (Complex). Record yourself and analyze your phrasing.
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
- Playing too fast before understanding the scale's sound character
- Not listening to the intervals individually
- Ignoring the scale's unique character (each scale has a distinctive mood)
- Skipping the descending practice — descending is equally important
Advanced Tips: Explore the scale's modes and related scales. Practice with odd time signatures and asymmetric rhythms. Use the scale over non-standard chord progressions to discover new sounds.
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What is the F Prometheus Scale scale?
F Prometheus Scale is a world scale consisting of 6 notes: F, G, A, B, D, Eb. The formula is 1 - 2 - 3 - b5 - 6 - b7. Used by Scriabin — 'Mystic scale.' No perfect 5th.
What notes are in the F Prometheus Scale scale?
The F Prometheus Scale scale contains the notes F, G, A, B, D, Eb. These correspond to the formula 1 - 2 - 3 - b5 - 6 - b7, which represents the intervals Root (1), Major Second (2), Major Third (3), Tritone (b5/#4), Major Sixth (6), Minor Seventh (b7) above the root F.
What is the formula for the F Prometheus Scale scale?
The formula for the F Prometheus Scale scale is 1 - 2 - 3 - b5 - 6 - b7. This means it uses the Root (1), Major Second (2), Major Third (3), Tritone (b5/#4), Major Sixth (6), Minor Seventh (b7) intervals from the root note F.
How do you play the F Prometheus Scale scale on guitar?
To play the F Prometheus Scale scale on guitar, start at the root note F and follow the fretboard pattern. Each note corresponds to a specific fret on the guitar. Use the interactive fretboard diagram above to see all positions and fingerings.
What is the F Prometheus Scale scale used for?
F Prometheus Scale is commonly used in Classical, 20th Century, Experimental music. It creates distinctive sounds for specialized musical contexts.
Is the F Prometheus Scale scale the same as F major?
No, the F Prometheus Scale scale is different from F major. F major has the notes F, Gb, G, Ab, A, Bb, B, C, Db, D, Eb, E (formula: 1-2-3-4-5-6-7), while F Prometheus Scale has F, G, A, B, D, Eb (formula: 1 - 2 - 3 - b5 - 6 - b7).
What chords go well with the F Prometheus Scale scale?
Chords that work well with the F Prometheus Scale scale include Complex. The scale's exotic character makes it compatible with Classical and 20th Century chord progressions.