The B Locrian Scale

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The B Locrian scale contains the notes B, C, D, E, F, G, and A.

• B
• C
• D
• E
• F
• G
• A

Its diatonic chords are i° (Bdim), II (C), iii (Dm), iv (Em), V (F), VI (G), and vii (Am).

• i° Bdim
• II C
• iii Dm
• iv Em
• V F
• VI G
• vii Am

Locrian is the darkest and least stable mode: both its 2nd and its 5th are lowered, so even its tonic chord is diminished. It is used more for colour and tension than as a true key centre.

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