G# minor · i – iv – v

i-iv-v (minor blues) Chord Progression in G# minor

In G# minor the i-iv-v (minor blues) progression is G#m – C#m – D#m.

The minor-key version of the three-chord song, with a darker blues colour.

The chords

Numeral	Chord	Easiest shape
i	G#m	`42110x`
iv	C#m	`x42120`
v	D#m	`xx1342`

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 G# minor

G# minor contains the notes G#, A#, B, C#, D#, E, F#. See the full Ab Natural Minor scale with fretboard diagrams, and use it to solo over the progression.

i-iv-v (minor blues) in other keys

A minor Bb minor B minor C minor C# minor D minor D# minor E minor F minor F# minor G minor

Other progressions in G# minor

i-VI-III-VII Andalusian Cadence (i-VII-VI-V)i-VI-VII

FAQ

What are the chords of i-iv-v (minor blues) in G# minor?

G#m – C#m – D#m.

What notes are in G# minor?

G# minor contains G#, A#, B, C#, D#, E, F#.

Which scale can I solo with over i-iv-v (minor blues) in G# minor?

The G# minor scale fits, and the minor pentatonic scale from Ab is the easiest choice.

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