E Mixolydian
E · F♯ · G♯ · A · B · C♯ · D
E Mixolydian is a major scale with a flattened seventh, which makes it the natural fit over a dominant seventh chord. It's the sound of blues-rock, jam bands, funk, and Celtic melody — major and cheerful, but with a bluesy edge that stops it resolving too neatly. One of the most immediately useful modes to learn.
Left-handed
Practice this Scale
Play-alongs where E Mixolydian has been identified to match well with the track.
Use the E mixolydian scale over dominant seventh chords to inject a more ‘rock’ vibe with its naturally occurring major 6th and 9th intervals.
Pairs well with the E dominant 7 chord, embracing the bluesy major tones for a rich solo.
Using this scale over 'A7' and 'B major' provides a bluesy-dominant feel, perfect for blues jams.
Mixolydian mode suits well with the dominant tonalities, especially over the E7 chord, adding a bluesy vibe.
Works over the E7 chord, adding a dominant seventh flavor to the progression with its flat seventh.
The E Mixolydian mode blends with dominant seventh chords found in the progression, offering a bluesy yet slightly altered feel.
Mixolydian mode enhances the dominant 7th chord feel, ideal for capturing blues nuances.
Use this scale when the progression includes an E7, highlighting its dominant quality with the minor seventh.
This scale harmonizes beautifully over the E major chords in the progression and adds an interesting tonal surprise.
Enhances the bluesy vibe with a dominant 7th sound that blends well over the 'E7' and 'Ab7' chords.