E Harmonic Minor
E · F♯ · G · A · B · C · D♯
Raising just the seventh of the natural minor gives E Harmonic Minor a proper leading tone and, as a side effect, an augmented second between the flattened sixth and that seventh. That wide step is what produces its dramatic, faintly Eastern flavour, heard throughout classical music, neoclassical metal, klezmer, and flamenco. It also generates the phrygian dominant scale.
Left-handed
Practice this Scale
Play-alongs where E Harmonic Minor has been identified to match well with the track.
Mellow Psychedelic Funk Jam | Guitar Backing Track in E Minor
E Harmonic Minor adds tension and drama, excellent for advanced players looking to enhance the psychedelic element.
Dark Melodic Rock Jam | Guitar Backing Track (B Minor)
For exotic flavors, switch to the E Harmonic Minor scale during the E minor sections, emphasizing its unique intervals.
Running Away Guitar Backing Track Jam in E Minor
Adds an exotic flair during E major and minor sections, enhancing the rock intensity.
Angry Rock Guitar Backing Track Jam in E Minor
Enhances the tension and drama with its unique sound; suitable for climactic solo sections.
Midnight Blues Groove Backing Track in E minor| SZBT 1110
The harmonic minor scale gives solos an exotic sound and adds tension, particularly effective over the B augmented chord in the progression.
Creamy Slow Blues Guitar Backing Track in E Minor (Em7) l BT584
For an exotic sound, use the E harmonic minor scale over the clashing C to B7 chords, enhancing the tension and resolution.
Sad Night Blues Guitar Backing Track in E Minor (Em7) l BT 586
Provides a dramatic sound with its unique intervals, adding a mystical element to the improvisation.
Soul Funk Blues Backing Track in E minor | SZBT 1080
This scale will allow you to delve into more advanced melodies, adding tension and release, especially over the 'B augmented' chord.
Naughty Funk Backing Track in E minor | SZBT 1089
For advanced players, the E harmonic minor scale incorporates exotic sounds and creates tension, elevating the dramatic aspect of the track.
Summer Funky Blues Backing Track in E minor | SZBT 1096
Use during dominant or augmented chords to introduce tension and create an exotic flair.