The Phrygian Mode is a musical scale that starts on the third degree of any major scale. It has an exotic sound reminiscent of Spanish flamenco music.
Dorian mode: This minor scale starts on the second degree of the major scale and has a more mysterious vibe.
Locrian mode: Starting on the seventh degree of the major scale, this mode has a dissonant and unstable quality.
Mixolydian mode: With its dominant seventh chord, this mode adds some bluesy flavor to your music.
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