D chord with D Mixolydian scale
Pairing the D chord (Major) with the D Mixolydian scale: formulas, fretboard voicings and the practical context for soloing, improvisation and songwriting.
D chord formula
Interval formula: 1 3 5. A major triad — root, 3rd and 5th. The foundation of all harmony: a stable, clear, bright chord.
D Mixolydian scale formula
Formula: 1 2 3 4 5 6 b7. Classification: modal.
Fretboard voicings for D
Curated D shapes that sit naturally inside the D Mixolydian scale.
Other scales for D
Compare how the same chord behaves over other compatible modes.