Mixolydian Mode


The mixolydian mode is used over a major flatted seventh chord progression. This mode is used for Country, Jazz, & Blues styles of soloing.


The modes, like scales, can be broken down into 5 different intertwining positions.

The RED notes are the root notes of the mode. ( In this case the root note is G ) The GREEN notes are the rest of the notes in the mode.

Mixolydian Mode



These are the chords used to make up the mixolydian chord progression. First you pick a key to play in " A B C D E F G ". Then you use the chords under the key, to form your progression.
Mixolydian Chords

Mixolydian Lesson #1
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Mixolydian Lesson #2
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Mixolydian Lesson #3
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