G Harmonic Minor
G · A · B♭ · C · D · E♭ · F♯
Raising just the seventh of the natural minor gives G 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 G Harmonic Minor has been identified to match well with the track.
This scale adds tension and color, offering intriguing sounds especially over D7 chords.
This scale introduces an exotic color to the soloing, fitting well during transitions and when adding emphasis to progressions around the F major chord.
For a more dramatic and exotic flair, the G harmonic minor scale can provide rich tonal variation over different chord changes.
Allows playing with minor and major tonalities and introduces a slight exotic feel into your solos over specific chord changes.
This scale adds a dramatic feel that pairs well with minor chords, especially at resolution points.
Perfect for bringing out exotic tensions and resolutions, especially over the D aug chord.
This scale adds a touch of Eastern influence and works well for adding tension, especially over the V chord.
Using the harmonic minor over the augmented chord subtly highlights its tension and resolves beautifully, adding depth to your playing.
Perfect for improvising over the Fsharp and E diminished chords, adding a classical edge.
The harmonic minor scale introduces a classical touch with its raised seventh (F#) and is perfect for dramatic, tension-filled lines.