Lesson 18 – Minor Scale Patterns

Minor Scale Patterns with Root on the F, A, C, and E Strings

Minor scale patterns can start on either of the two sets of “Major” strings, the “F” string or the “C” string … or … on either of the two sets of “Minor” strings, the “A” string or the “E” string. 

Step 1: First, locate the note, that defines the Minor scale that you want to play … on one of the top 4 strings.

Step 2: Next, use the red pattern if starting the scale on either the F or C strings and the blue pattern if starting the scale on either the A or E strings. It’s that simple!

The scale patterns below are movable and can be used to play Minor scales in every key up and down the fretboard.