A melodic minor scale (guitar)
The A melodic minor scale shown across the whole guitar neck. Its notes areA – B – C – D – E – F♯ – G♯ — the filled dots are the root. Free to print or download below.
How to play the A melodic minor scale
- Find the root notes. The filled dots are the root note (A); the open dots are the other scale notes. Start and end on a root to hear the A melodic minor sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every A melodic minor note from the open strings up to the 15th fret, so you can play the scale in any position.
- Use it to solo. Once the shape is under your fingers, improvise over backing chords in A, always resolving to a root note.
Notes in the A melodic minor scale
The A melodic minor scale is a minor scale with a raised sixth and seventh going up, common in jazz. Its notes are A – B – C – D – E – F♯ – G♯.
A melodic minor scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A melodic minor scale?
The A melodic minor scale contains the notes A – B – C – D – E – F♯ – G♯.
What is the A melodic minor scale used for?
It is a minor scale with a raised sixth and seventh going up, common in jazz.
Is the A melodic minor scale diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.