A Minor Scale Chords & Notes
Complete harmonic reference guide for the A Minor scale. Relative key: C Major. Scale notes: A - B - C - D - E - F - G.
The A minor scale consists of the seven natural pitches A, B, C, D, E, F, and G, containing zero sharps or flats. Its diatonic chords are A minor (i), B diminished (ii°), C major (III), D minor (iv), E minor (v), F major (VI), and G major (VII), cataloged under Camelot code 8A.
All 7 Diatonic Chords in A Minor
| Degree | Chord Name | Symbol | Triad Formula | Chord Notes | Harmonic Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| i | A Minor | Am | 1 - ♭3 - 5 | A - C - E | Home chord, pure contemplative resolution |
| ii° | B Diminished | Bdim | 1 - ♭3 - ♭5 | B - D - F | Tense dissonance preparing harmonic motion |
| III | C Major | C | 1 - 3 - 5 | C - E - G | Warm open daylight of the relative major |
| iv | D Minor | Dm | 1 - ♭3 - 5 | D - F - A | Gentle sorrowful departure from tonic |
| v | E Minor | Em | 1 - ♭3 - 5 | E - G - B | Natural minor dominant; altered to E major for classical cadence |
| VI | F Major | F | 1 - 3 - 5 | F - A - C | Uplifting emotional pivot |
| VII | G Major | G | 1 - 3 - 5 | G - B - D | Stepwise push back to Am |
Famous Chord Progressions in A Minor
The iconic billion-stream chord loop in contemporary pop and electronic music.
Flamenco and Latin classical descending emotional walkdown.
Emotional Character & Production Context
Pensive, melancholic, tender, and universally resonant. The most accessible minor key in keyboard and fretted instruments.
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Frequently Asked Questions About A Minor
What chords are in the key of A minor?
The 7 chords in A natural minor are Am, Bdim, C, Dm, Em, F, and G.
What is the relative major of A minor?
The relative major of A minor is C Major, sharing zero sharps and flats.
What Camelot key is A minor?
A minor is 8A on the Camelot wheel, pairing seamlessly with 7A (D minor), 9A (E minor), and 8B (C Major).