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