![]() ![]() The following five patterns are based on the CAGED system and are the foundation for scale playing. You can read more about it in my article, “Learning the Fretboard – Quick Guide to The Guitar’s Fretboard Notes”. There is a method that’s used for understanding the fretboard called the CAGED system. ![]() The next step is to play the natural minor scale in the way that guitar players actually use them. This formula can be applied to any note and by using the W H W W H W W formula, you can create a natural minor scale. The above exercises are designed to help you understand the concept of whole steps, half steps, and the natural minor scale formula. Whole step between G and A (3rd string, 12th to the 14th fret) Whole step between F and G (3rd string, 10th to the 12th fret) Half step between E and F (3rd string, 9th to the 10th fret) Whole step between D and E (3rd string, 7th to the 9th fret) Whole step between C and D (3rd string, 5th to the 7th fret) Half step between B and C (3rd string, 4th fret to the 5th fret) Whole step between A and B (3rd string, 2nd to the 4th fret) This time we begin on the 3rd string, 2nd fret: This brings us to the major scale formula: Noteįinally, we change the scale degrees to reflect the change to the relative minor. Remember we won’t change any of the notes. Next, let begin the natural minor by starting the scale on A. Let me walk you through it by spelling out a C major scale to the A an octave above the 6th degree. We were at the 6th degree of the C major scale which is A and we’re going to keep the same notes from the C major scale except that the A is now the root of the natural minor. Well, let’s start with the C major scale. So, how do we find the relative minor of the major scale. The relative major of A minor is C (A minor > C major)įinding the Relative Minor (The Natural Minor) The relative minor of C major is A (C major > A minor) In musical terms we say that the scales are relative to each other. And, the inverse is also true, every minor scale has a major scale that’s related to it. So, here’s the rule: Every major scale has a minor scale that is related to it. Take a look at the chart below, both keys share exactly the same notes but in a different order. We use the term relative because the keys are related and share the same key signature. If you spell out a major scale then the 6th degree can be used as the relative minor (more about this in the next section). In simple terms, every major key has a minor key that is formed using the same notes. If you need to brush up on that concept then now would be a good time to review that article.įor those of you who are already familiar with the concept-or have little interest in music theory beyond this basic idea-we’ll move steadily forward. In our article, “Learning the Fretboard – Quick Guide to The Guitar’s Fretboard Notes,” I discuss the relationship between major and minor scales. ![]() Minor keys are great for songwriting, improvisation and changing textures and moods within songs. They’re songs that cover a range of topics, themes and ideas. While My Guitar Gently Weeps (The Beatles)Īll Along the Watchtower (Bob Dylan/Jimi Hendrix)Īll of the above-mentioned tunes are in minor keys but, they all convey different sets of emotions-they’re not tearjerkers and let-me-slit-my-wrists-and-get-it-over-with songs. I know that many people feel that being happy all of the time seems like a good idea. It would be the same sound and, after a while, it would get quite boring. That would be the same as playing only in major keys. Imagine a world where you only feel happy emotions. ![]()
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