Uploaded October 2022 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago

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Of all the major modes, Mixolydian carries a uniquely lighthearted spirit. In this video I go through some examples of this in games, talk a little bit about what the mode isn't, and then take a look at one of the less lighthearted aspects of the scale. Enjoy!

0:00 - Introduction
0:35 - What's the Mixolydian Mode
1:48 - The I-bVII vamp
5:48 - What the Mixolydian Mode isn't
8:47 - Not Always Goofy: The minor v
10:45 - Outro

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