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