A Minor
A · B · C · D · E · F · G
Also called the natural minor or Aeolian mode, A Minor flattens the third, sixth, and seventh of the major scale to produce the standard sad-sounding scale. It's the default choice for minor-key rock, pop, metal, and folk, and it shares its notes with the major scale a minor third above. Essential vocabulary alongside the major scale.
Left-handed
Practice this Scale
Play-alongs where A Minor has been identified to match well with the track.
The full A minor scale can be used to expand melodic possibilities beyond the pentatonic scale, allowing for more nuanced expression.
Embrace the full natural minor scale to capture the melancholic mood and richness of the track.
A Minor scale works beautifully over the A minor chord, adding depth to your improvisations.
Using the full A minor scale gives you more note options and helps in playing melodic lines.
The A minor scale fits naturally over the A minor key of the track, allowing you to navigate through the chords smoothly.
Creates contrast against major chords, particularly useful when the progression moves to A minor.
Perfect for connecting to the tonal center of this track, enabling melodious and expressive soloing.
Capturing the natural minor scale allows for emotive soloing that fits perfectly with the bluesy rock backing.
Utilizing the natural minor scale adds depth and emotion, fitting perfectly with the rock genre.
The pure minor or aeolian mode gives a full and melancholy mood, essential for rock ballads.