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