E Harmonic minor Scale & Harmony

Visual fretboard patterns and harmonized chords for E harmonic minor. The notes in this scale are: E · F# · G · A · B · C · D#.

Theory Note: Sounds exotic or classical. Features a large gap that gives it a Middle-Eastern flavor.

CAGED Positions

Diatonic Chords in E Harmonic minor

1P Degree Minor Diagrams → E · G · B

2M Degree Diminished Diagrams → F# · A · C

3m Degree Augmented Diagrams → G · B · D#

4P Degree Minor Diagrams → A · C · E

5P Degree Major Diagrams → B · D# · F#

6m Degree Major Diagrams → C · E · G

7M Degree Diminished Diagrams → D# · F# · A

About E Harmonic minor Harmony

Understanding the harmonized chords in the E harmonic minor scale is essential for songwriting and chord progressions. These diatonic chords are built specifically from the notes E, F#, G, A, B, C, D#.

Beginner Theory Tip

Click on the chord names above to see how those specific notes align with the full harmonic minor scale on the fretboard. This helps you visualize how to solo over these specific chord changes.