Learn the natural-minor sound in every natural, sharp, and flat key.
Today's tempo ladder
Slow60BPMWorking70BPMGoal120BPM
Loop this measure
One-octave G minor ascent
Eight even eighth notes from open G to fret 5 on the D course.
Target120 BPM
Root
Accidental
Direction
1 measure · repeats
Explanation
What this develops
Every natural minor scale follows the whole–half–whole, whole–half–whole–whole pattern. Its lowered third, sixth, and seventh give it a darker sound than the major scale.
Choose any natural root, then add a sharp or flat when needed. Each option stays in first position and spans exactly one octave.
Coach's tip
Do not rush the half-step pairs. Keep their spacing as even as every whole step.
Practice plan
Take it to the instrument
1
Begin in G and name each note while playing the ascending natural minor scale.
2
Compare G minor with G major and listen for the lowered third, sixth, and seventh.
3
Choose other roots and practice Ascent, Descent, and Both at a steady tempo.
Finish this lesson
Mark it complete when you can play three relaxed, clean loops.