Hijaz Major Scale on the Piano

The Hijaz Major scale belongs to the group of Greek scales because of the geographical location where it was born and its typical sound. If you are looking forward to improvise Greek music, then the Hijaz Major scale can be an excellent choice.

The Hijaz Major scale does not contain neither a Major or Minor third, making it an 'ambiguous' scale. This scale be very useful when playing suspended chord or any chord that does not have a third. It can be great for improvising ethnic or modal music.

Learn everything about the Hijaz Major Scale:

  • How to play the Hijaz Major Scale on the piano with proper fingering.
  • How to improvise and compose your own music with the Hijaz Major scale.
  • How to harmonize this scale and in what music styles it can be used.

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