Greek Modes in Music and Guitar
Greek modes, their unique characteristics, and how to use them in your compositions. Includes chord progressions and famous song examples in each mode.
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The Ionian Mode - The Foundation of the Major Scale
Explore the Ionian mode, the foundation of Western music. Learn its structure, how to use it in compositions, and iconic song examples in this mode.
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Dorian Mode - History, Composition Tips, and Song Examples
Dorian Mode, an ancient Greek mode with a unique sound blending minor and major qualities. How to apply it in your compositions with chord progressions.
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Phrygian Mode - Origins, Characteristics, and Guitar Applications
Phrygian Mode, a Greek mode with an exotic and dark sound. Learn how to apply it in your compositions with chord progressions.
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The Lydian Mode Origin, Characteristics, and Musical Examples
Lydian Mode, a Greek mode known for its bright and ethereal sound. Learn how to apply it in your compositions with chord progressions.
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Mixolydian Mode - Origins, Features, and Musical Examples
Dive into the Mixolydian Mode, a Greek mode known for its soulful, bluesy sound. Learn how to apply it in your compositions with chord progressions.
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Aeolian Mode - Origins, Characteristics, and Musical Examples
Aeolian Mode, also known as the natural minor scale. Learn about its melancholic characteristics, chord progressions, and how to apply it across genres.
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The Locrian Mode - Origins, Characteristics, and Applications
Locrian Mode, one of the darkest and most challenging modes for composition. Learn about its unique features, chord progressions, and how to use.
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The Phrygian Dominant Mode - The Scale of Flamenco
Explore the Phrygian dominant mode, the characteristic scale of flamenco and Arabic music. Discover its unique features, harmonic tensions.
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Analyzing Iconic Songs Using Greek Modes
Greek modes have influenced songs across jazz, rock, and metal. With classic examples and tonal analyses, learn these modes on memorable compositions.
