A minor scale (guitar)
The A 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 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 minor sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every A 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 minor scale
The A minor scale is the natural minor scale, with its darker, more serious sound. Its notes are A – B – C – D – E – F – G.
A minor scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A minor scale?
The A minor scale contains the notes A – B – C – D – E – F – G.
What is the A minor scale used for?
It is the natural minor scale, with its darker, more serious sound.
Is the A minor scale diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.