D Locrian Scale & Harmony

Visual fretboard patterns and harmonized chords for D locrian. The notes in this scale are: D · Eb · F · G · Ab · Bb · C.

Theory Note: Tense and unstable. Rarely used as a primary key, but great for dark tension.

CAGED Positions

Diatonic Chords in D Locrian

1P Degree Diminished Diagrams → D · F · Ab

2m Degree Major Diagrams → Eb · G · Bb

3m Degree Minor Diagrams → F · Ab · C

4P Degree Minor Diagrams → G · Bb · D

5d Degree Major Diagrams → Ab · C · Eb

6m Degree Major Diagrams → Bb · D · F

7m Degree Minor Diagrams → C · Eb · G

About D Locrian Harmony

Understanding the harmonized chords in the D locrian scale is essential for songwriting and chord progressions. These diatonic chords are built specifically from the notes D, Eb, F, G, Ab, Bb, C.

Beginner Theory Tip

Click on the chord names above to see how those specific notes align with the full locrian scale on the fretboard. This helps you visualize how to solo over these specific chord changes.