How to Play the 2nd Mode Harmonic Major Scale for Guitar

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Play the 2nd Mode Harmonic Major Scale for Guitar

Learning to play the second mode of the harmonic major scale on guitar can add a unique sound to any guitarist's melodic phrases. When learning to play the second mode of the harmonic major scale, it is important to use proper technique and fingering to ensure that you can play the scale with both speed and accuracy.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Step 1

Place the left-hand middle finger on the third fret of the fifth string. Pluck the note with a pick or right-hand fingers.
Step 2

Place the left-hand pinky finger on the fifth fret of the fifth string. Play the string.
Step 3

Place the left-hand index finger on the first fret of the fourth string. Pluck the note.
Step 4

Place the left-hand ring finger on the third fret of the fourth string. Pluck the note.
Step 5

Place the left-hand pinky finger on the fourth fret of the fourth string. Play the string.
Step 6

Place the left-hand index finger on the second fret of the third string. Play the string.
Step 7

Place the left-hand middle finger on the third fret of the third string. Pluck the note.
Step 8

Place the left-hand pinky finger on the fifth fret of the third string. Play the string.
Step 9

Play all eight notes in a row to produce the C second mode harmonic major scale.

Tips & Warnings

Practice playing the second mode harmonic major scale in different keys across the fifth string. The first note of the scale is the root, which indicates the key. For example, starting this scale on the eighth fret will produce an F second mode harmonic major scale.

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