Bb Harmonic Minor Scale on Guitar
The Bb Harmonic Minor Scale has the notes Bb – C – Db – Eb – F – Gb – A. Harmonic Minor is natural minor with a raised 7th, giving a classical or neoclassical sound. Dramatic and classical, with a raised 7th and a step-and-a-half gap between the 6th and 7th.
Bb Harmonic Minor Scale notes
| Degree | 1 | 2 | b3 | 4 | 5 | b6 | 7 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Note | Bb | C | Db | Eb | F | Gb | A |
It is Bb natural minor with the 7th raised a half step (A instead of Ab).
Fretboard diagram (frets 0 to 12)
7 positions across the neck
Learn the scale one box at a time and then link neighbouring boxes. Each diagram covers a five-fret window.
Position 1 (frets 0–4)
Position 2 (frets 1–5)
Position 3 (frets 4–8)
Position 4 (frets 5–9)
Position 5 (frets 7–11)
Position 6 (frets 8–12)
Position 7 (frets 10–14)
How to use the Bb Harmonic Minor Scale
Neoclassical metal, flamenco and classical-style solos, especially over the dominant V chord of a minor key.
Practice tip. Practise the gap between the b6 and the 7: it is the sound of the scale.
More Harmonic Minor scales and related scales
FAQ
What are the notes of the Bb Harmonic Minor Scale?
The Bb Harmonic Minor Scale contains Bb, C, Db, Eb, F, Gb, A.
What is the Bb Harmonic Minor Scale used for?
Harmonic Minor is natural minor with a raised 7th, giving a classical or neoclassical sound. Use it for neoclassical and Spanish-sounding solos.
How many notes are in the Harmonic Minor scale?
7 notes: Bb, C, Db, Eb, F, Gb, A, then the root Bb again an octave higher.
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