F Major Scale Chords & Notes
Complete harmonic reference guide for the F Major scale. Relative key: D Minor. Scale notes: F - G - A - B♭ - C - D - E.
The F major scale consists of F, G, A, B♭, C, D, and E with one flat in its key signature. Its diatonic chords are F major (I), G minor (ii), A minor (iii), B♭ major (IV), C major (V), D minor (vi), and E diminished (vii°), classified as 7B in Camelot notation.
All 7 Diatonic Chords in F Major
| Degree | Chord Name | Symbol | Triad Formula | Chord Notes | Harmonic Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | F Major | F | 1 - 3 - 5 | F - A - C | Peaceful, lush resolution |
| ii | G Minor | Gm | 1 - ♭3 - 5 | G - B♭ - D | Soft soulful motion |
| iii | A Minor | Am | 1 - ♭3 - 5 | A - C - E | Gentle wistful pivot |
| IV | B♭ Major | B♭ | 1 - 3 - 5 | B♭ - D - F | Lush, expansive warmth |
| V | C Major | C | 1 - 3 - 5 | C - E - G | Bright fundamental cadence to F |
| vi | D Minor | Dm | 1 - ♭3 - 5 | D - F - A | Relative minor depth |
| vii° | E Diminished | Edim | 1 - ♭3 - ♭5 | E - G - B♭ | Tension leading into tonic F |
Famous Chord Progressions in F Major
Classic 50s doo-wop and soul progression.
Breezy optimistic guitar progression.
Emotional Character & Production Context
Peaceful, pastoral, calm, friendly, and deeply comforting. Ideal for horn sections, brass arrangements, and soulful vocal ballads.
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Frequently Asked Questions About F Major
What chords make up F major?
The 7 diatonic chords are F, Gm, Am, B♭, C, Dm, and Edim.
What is F major's Camelot wheel code?
7B, which harmonically mixes with 7A (D minor), 6B (B♭ major), and 8B (C major).