D Minor Scale
The D Minor scale contains the notes D, E, F, G, A, B♭, C. Its key signature has 1♭.
D Minor scale on the piano
Key facts
Scale degrees of D Minor
| Degree | Note | Name | Interval |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | D | Tonic | P1 |
| 2 | E | Supertonic | M2 |
| 3 | F | Mediant | m3 |
| 4 | G | Subdominant | P4 |
| 5 | A | Dominant | P5 |
| 6 | B♭ | Submediant | m6 |
| 7 | C | Subtonic | m7 |
Chords in the key of D Minor
These are the seven diatonic triads built on each degree of the D Minor scale. Click a chord to see its notes, fingering and inversions.
Common chord progressions in D Minor
| Roman numerals | Chords |
|---|---|
| i – iv – v – i | Dm – Gm – Am – Dm |
| i – VI – III – VII | Dm – B♭ – F – C |
| i – iv – VII – III | Dm – Gm – C – F |
| i – VII – VI – VII | Dm – C – B♭ – C |
Natural, harmonic & melodic D Minor
| Variant | Notes |
|---|---|
| Natural | D, E, F, G, A, B♭, C |
| Harmonic | D, E, F, G, A, B♭, C♯ |
| Melodic | D, E, F, G, A, B, C♯ (ascending; the descending form matches the natural minor) |
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Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the D Minor scale?
The D Minor scale consists of the notes D, E, F, G, A, B♭, C.
How many sharps or flats does D Minor have?
The key signature of D Minor has 1♭.
What is the relative key of D Minor?
The relative key of D Minor is F Major — it shares the same key signature.
What chords are in the key of D Minor?
The diatonic chords in the key of D Minor are Dm, Edim, F, Gm, Am, B♭, C.
