Final Up to date on April 15, 2021 by Klaus Crow

As we speak we’re going to learn to play one-octave Natural Minor scales. There are additionally the extra widespread Two-octave pure minor scales, however on this guitar lesson I’m going to show you HOW and WHY the one-octave Natural Minor scales are simply as vital.

Why You Need to Study One Octave Natural Minor Scales

The one-octave scales are the smaller parts of the two-octave scales. Their compact construction and form makes them simpler to play, memorize and comprehend.

When you get them below your fingers you’ll be able to mix the patterns to create the 2 octave and three-octave scales and different wild variations.

Furthermore the pure minor scale is the proper scale to mix with the minor pentatonic / blues scale so as to add some melodic taste to your blues and rock soloing.

And final however not least, they provide you a greater perception in how these scales are constructed and the way to simply transfer all of them throughout the fretboard.

Observe: This publish is a part of a free collection the place you’ll study one-octave pure minor scale shapes throughout all the guitar neck that can enable you to perceive and personal the pure minor scale panorama.

In case you want the one-octave “Main Scale” collection you’ll be able to test it out right here: Efficient One-Octave Main Scales and Why!

Ranging from the Root Observe on the Low E-string 

As we speak we’re begin studying three pure minor scale form/patterns with the primary (root)be aware beginning on the Low E-string (sixth string).

Tip: For this lesson study and memorize the notes on the low E-string to acknowledge the notes the important thing of the size once you wish to transfer the size up or down the fretboard.

Natural Minor Scale Form Fingering

I’ve notated the left hand fingering (proper hand gamers) for all the size form / patterns beneath.

The numbers within the yellow neck diagrams point out the fingers. The neck diagrams additionally clearly present what the form or sample appears to be like like. Study to visualise and memorize the form of every sample.

1 = index
2 = center finger
3 = ring finger
4 = pinky

Various Choosing

Follow the size shapes utilizing various choosing. Maintain the decide between your thumb and index finger with the pointed finish going through towards the strings. Strictly use alternating down and up strokes. The primary be aware you play is a downstroke, the second an upstroke, the third one a downstroke, the fourth one an upstroke and so forth.

Key of the Scale

Within the examples beneath we play the A pure minor scale, but it surely’s the purpose to study these scale shapes/patterns in each key. 

Take pleasure in your follow!

NATURAL MINOR SCALE SHAPES – ROOT NOTE STARTS FROM THE 6TH STRING

A NATURAL MINOR SCALE SHAPE / PATTERN #1

First study and memorize A pure minor scale sample #1. As soon as you bought the size below your fingers study the sample in numerous keys. Transfer up all the scale form 2 frets larger (meaning each be aware of the size) and play it once more. Your first (root) be aware ought to now be beginning on the seventh fret Low E-string. You are actually taking part in a B pure minor scale. Now play the size beginning with the primary (root) be aware on the 10th fret. You’re taking part in a D pure minor scale. Follow transferring and taking part in your scale sample all over the place on the neck.

A NATURAL MINOR SCALE SHAPE / PATTERN #2

Natural minor scale sample #2 wants a little bit of a stretch, however after some follow it will get simpler. I promise. This one is nice for creating flexibility, and studying 3-notes-per string licks. Once more, once you get this scale below your fingers study to play it in numerous keys. Transferring the size sample larger up the neck makes it simpler to play, as a result of the areas between the frets get smaller.

A NATURAL MINOR SCALE SHAPE / PATTERN #3

Sample #Three is the most typical performed pure minor scale sample, due to the snug form and root place. Study and memorize the size form/sample after which play it in numerous keys across the neck. 

Assignments:

• Study to play every scale form /sample ascending and descending utilizing alternate choosing.
• Don’t rush, make sure that every notes sound clear and clear.
• Study to play the size shapes in numerous keys and you should definitely know in what key you’re taking part in.
• Play the size together with a metronome in numerous tempos.
• Attempt to create some melody with every scale form. Experiment with taking part in notes from the size in a unique order, use rhythm and completely different be aware lengths, and pauses. Attempt to provide you with your personal melody or play an present melody you already know. Mess around with the notes. It’s such a priceless lesson. Dare to experiment!

Have a good time!

P.S. Within the subsequent publish (coming quickly!) we’re going to study one-octave Natural Minor scales beginning on the A-string. We’re going to grasp all the fingerboard. Come on board!