C Minor
C · D · E♭ · F · G · A♭ · B♭
Also called the natural minor or Aeolian mode, C 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 C Minor has been identified to match well with the track.
Use the C natural minor scale to add more expressive and melodic phrases with its seven-note inclusivity.
Aligns with the common harmonic minor transitions in the chord progression.
The natural minor scale adds depth and connects with the melancholic undertones of the progression.
Sticking to the C natural minor scale allows for elaborate melodies harmoniously aligned with the track's roots.
Utilizing the full C natural minor scale offers more notes and can add complex emotional textures to your solos.
The natural minor scale fits perfectly here, offering a complete sad and melancholic palette to paint with.
The C natural minor scale will work beautifully across the entire progression, giving you rich melodic options.
A versatile choice that resonates well across the spectrum of chord changes in this progression.
With its full selection of notes, the C minor scale complements the reggae groove, offering more expressive possibilities.
The C natural minor scale is foundational for constructing basic melodies and solos that flow with the key.