G minor scale (piano)

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

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

How to play the G minor scale

  1. Find the root note. Start on G. The shaded keys show the G minor scale ascending from the root up to the next G 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 (G – A – B♭ – C – D – E♭ – F), before putting hands together.
  3. Keep an even tempo. Aim for smooth, even notes. The G minor scale is the foundation for improvising and for the chords built in G.

Notes in the G minor scale

The G minor scale is the natural minor scale, with its darker, more serious sound. Its notes are G – A – B♭ – C – D – E♭ – F.

G minor scale — frequently asked questions

What notes are in the G minor scale?

The G minor scale contains the notes G – A – B♭ – C – D – E♭ – F.

What is the G minor scale used for?

It is the natural minor scale, with its darker, more serious sound.

Is the G minor piano scale free to print?

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