Phrygian Mode

Phrygian is built on the third degree: H-W-W-W-H-W-W. Its flattened second gives it a Spanish/flamenco character. Think of the opening of 'White Rabbit' or metal riffs with that distinctive half-step descent.

How to Use This Reference

Download our free printable staff paper from the recommended templates below and write out the phrygian mode yourself. Writing scales by hand reinforces the pattern in your muscle memory faster than any app.