G Major Scale Chords & Notes
Complete harmonic reference guide for the G Major scale. Relative key: E Minor. Scale notes: G - A - B - C - D - E - F♯.
The G major scale contains the notes G, A, B, C, D, E, and F♯ with one sharp in its key signature. Diatonic triads are G major (I), A minor (ii), B minor (iii), C major (IV), D major (V), E minor (vi), and F♯ diminished (vii°), designated as 9B in Camelot notation.
All 7 Diatonic Chords in G Major
| Degree | Chord Name | Symbol | Triad Formula | Chord Notes | Harmonic Function |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| I | G Major | G | 1 - 3 - 5 | G - B - D | Grounded open resonance |
| ii | A Minor | Am | 1 - ♭3 - 5 | A - C - E | Pensive step forward |
| iii | B Minor | Bm | 1 - ♭3 - 5 | B - D - F♯ | Introspective bridge tone |
| IV | C Major | C | 1 - 3 - 5 | C - E - G | Expansive open relief |
| V | D Major | D | 1 - 3 - 5 | D - F♯ - A | Bright leading resolution to G |
| vi | E Minor | Em | 1 - ♭3 - 5 | E - G - B | Relative minor anchor |
| vii° | F♯ Diminished | F♯dim | 1 - ♭3 - ♭5 | F♯ - A - C | Tension resolving up to G |
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Emotional Character & Production Context
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Frequently Asked Questions About G Major
What are the 7 chords of G major?
G major, A minor, B minor, C major, D major, E minor, and F♯ diminished.
What is the relative minor of G major?
E Minor (9A), which contains the exact same F♯ key signature.