Minor Scales
The Sound And What To Do With It

Minor scales have an important role on the piano and in music generally. They provide color and variation. Such a complement to, or change from, Major Scales. It's quite amazing what seven notes can create.

Here you can listen to a few short sound clips that will give you some ideas. For a little more perspective and a link that will lead to charts, you may want to skip to the Music Scales page and come back here after.

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As mentioned on the Piano Scales page a scale is an organized series of notes in stepwise motion. Some will gravitate, naturally, to one of the notes.

Listen to the basic C minor harmonic scale played slowly:

Now here's the C minor harmonic scale played in what is known as formula pattern. That is, two hands, alternating between parallel motion and contrary motion. The sound says it best:

Finally, here's a very short styling on the C minor harmonic scale:

Yes, there are quite a few more things we could do with this scale. I just didn't want this page to become too long to scroll. You can make a request or suggestion through the Contact Us page if you wish. I consider all requests and comments. All you need to do is ask.

Major Scales may interest you.

In case you haven't seen it yet, the Music Scales page is also useful.

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