Just as major scales, minor scales also possess a formula for their construction from any pitch. By following this pattern, one can construct both ascending and descending minor scales. Although natural minor does not include two pitches used to construct dominant-function chords (V and V7), melodies informed by this scale can still harmonize with these …
Have you been practicing guitar for some time, you may have noticed that chords in a minor scale differ from major ones in terms of construction. A minor triad contains only 3 unique notes compared to 7 for C major scale chords. Root note Root notes of chords are the lowest note in each chord …
There are countless classic (and not-so-classic) songs that contain the B flat chord, making it essential to know how to play it! There are multiple approaches to playing this chord, but two simple and accessible techniques for beginners are the E shape shortcut and fingerings presented here. Both use only three notes — known as …
G flat (F sharp), is one of the easiest chords to learn on guitar and one that is widely played. Here are some helpful hints and techniques for getting started with G flat. This chord is composed of a triad, the easiest type of chord to form on a guitar neck. If you’re new to …
B minor 7 piano chord is an intriguing one to master, as its sound stands out from most others triads. Learning its construction will also help develop chord-building techniques as opposed to simply memorizing them at their root positions. Each lesson step below will use one scale note as its source and construct a 7th …
A B diminished chord (Bdim) is a type of diminished triad. Like all diminished chords, this one lacks both major third and perfect fifth to form its sound. This means that each note in its chord must be reduced by one whole tone to create an effective soundscape. To learn more about how this process …
A minor 7 flat 5 (known to jazz musicians as m7b5) is a diminished triad with a flattened seventh note, commonly referred to as half-diminished chord or m75. Not often heard in popular styles like rock or blues music, the Eb major chord can often be found used in jazz compositions. Knowing it well allows …
G blues is a scale which comprises all the notes in minor pentatonic scale with an added flattened fifth note, commonly used by blues guitarists and often referred to as the G Blues Scale. Turek and McCarthy regard minor blues as similar to diatonic minor except for its inclusion of flattened 5th. Meanwhile, others such …
To practice the pentatonic scale, set a metronome to approximately 60 or 70 BPM and play two notes for every beat that clicks off the metronome. Repeat this exercise in various keys. The B Minor Pentatonic Scale can be played over 12 Bar Blues progressions to add tension and give riffs and solos an authentic …
Learning new chords is an excellent way to enhance your guitar playing. Today’s Guitar Chord of the Day is E minor add9 It may take some stretching, but this chord sounds beautiful! Plus it provides a perfect opportunity to hone your capo skills. This chord is inspired by Every Breath You Take by The Police. …