E melodic minor scale (piano)

The E melodic minor scale shown on the keyboard. Its notes areE – F♯ – G – A – B – C♯ – D♯. Free to print or download below.

E melodic minor scale piano keyboard diagram showing E – F♯ – G – A – B – C♯ – D♯

How to play the E melodic minor scale

  1. Find the root note. Start on E. The shaded keys show the E melodic minor scale ascending from the root up to the next E an octave higher.
  2. Play it hands separately. Play the scale slowly up and down with each hand on its own first, naming each note (E – F♯ – G – A – B – C♯ – D♯), before putting hands together.
  3. Keep an even tempo. Aim for smooth, even notes. The E melodic minor scale is the foundation for improvising and for the chords built in E.

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 piano scale free to print?

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