i-iv-v (minor blues) Chord Progression in A minor
In A minor the i-iv-v (minor blues) progression is Am – Dm – Em.
The minor-key version of the three-chord song, with a darker blues colour.
The chords
| Numeral | Chord | Easiest shape |
|---|---|---|
| i | Am | x02210 |
| iv | Dm | xx0231 |
| v | Em | 022000 |
How to practise
Swap the last chord for a major V to add more pull toward the tonic.
- Play one chord per bar at 60 BPM with a simple down-strum on each beat.
- Raise the tempo by 5 BPM once you can play eight rounds without a mistake.
- Change the strumming pattern: down, down-up, up-down-up.
Key facts about A minor
A minor contains the notes A, B, C, D, E, F, G. See the full A Natural Minor scale with fretboard diagrams, and use it to solo over the progression.
i-iv-v (minor blues) in other keys
Other progressions in A minor
FAQ
What are the chords of i-iv-v (minor blues) in A minor?
Am – Dm – Em.
What notes are in A minor?
A minor contains A, B, C, D, E, F, G.
Which scale can I solo with over i-iv-v (minor blues) in A minor?
The A minor scale fits, and the minor pentatonic scale from A is the easiest choice.
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