Those "airy" Satriani sweeps are usually something like add9s or maj7ths. Also try messing around in the lydian mode. Pentatonic scales can also sound very airy and oriental if you play them right.
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View threadThose "airy" Satriani sweeps are usually something like add9s or maj7ths. Also try messing around in the lydian mode. Pentatonic scales can also sound very airy and oriental if you play them right.