E Melodic minor scale

Notes: E · F# · G · A · B · C# · D#

A sophisticated minor scale often used in Jazz to create smooth melodies.

CAGED Positions

Diatonic Chords in E Melodic minor

1P Degree

Minor Diagrams

2M Degree

F#m

Minor Diagrams

3m Degree

Gaug

Augmented Diagrams

4P Degree

Major Diagrams

5P Degree

Major Diagrams

6M Degree

C#dim

Diminished Diagrams

7M Degree

D#dim

Diminished Diagrams

The E melodic minor scale is a 7-note diatonic sequence used across many songs. Formula: 1-2-3-4-5-6-7.

Chords built on the 1P, 4P, and 5P degrees usually provide the main harmonic movement.