Pieces Of Eight: Mysteries Of The Octatonic Scale (Patreon)

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2016-11-11 18:17:13

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2020-05

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It's been a while since we've just taken a good, long look at some scales, and this week we've got a doozy. The Octatonic Scale, also known as the Diminished Scale, presents a chance to examine one of the simplest, most elegant structures a scale can have, all while possessing an impressive string of compelling qualities. If that sounds too good to be true, well, you haven't seen the Octatonic Scale yet. Check it out!

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Pieces Of Eight: Mysteries Of The Octatonic Scale

Not all scales are created equal. Some are more interesting than others, and perhaps one of the most interesting is the Octatonic Scale, with 8 notes forming a repeating pattern just full of strange properties. Also known as the Diminished Scale, it's a fascinating look into a deeply structured but very different harmonic world.