E melodic minor scale (guitar)
The E melodic minor scale shown across the whole guitar neck. Its notes areE – F♯ – G – A – B – C♯ – D♯ — the filled dots are the root. Free to print or download below.
How to play the E melodic minor scale
- Find the root notes. The filled dots are the root note (E); the open dots are the other scale notes. Start and end on a root to hear the E melodic minor sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every E 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 E, always resolving to a root note.
Notes in the E melodic minor scale
The E melodic minor scale is a minor scale with a raised sixth and seventh going up, common in jazz. Its notes are E – F♯ – G – A – B – C♯ – D♯.
E melodic minor scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the E melodic minor scale?
The E melodic minor scale contains the notes E – F♯ – G – A – B – C♯ – D♯.
What is the E melodic minor scale used for?
It is a minor scale with a raised sixth and seventh going up, common in jazz.
Is the E melodic minor scale diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.