B Harmonic Minor Scale
B Harmonic Minor
scaleAt a Glance
- Formula:
- B harmonic-minor
| Notes | B | C# | D | E | F# | G | A# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Degree Labels | R | 2 | b3 | 4 | 5 | b6 | 7 |
| Roman Numerals | i | ii° | III+ | iv | V | VI | vii° |
| Steps | W | H | W | W | H | A2 | H |
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What It Is
Natural minor with a raised 7th degree, closing the gap between degree 7 and the octave to a half step. Notes: B, C#, D, E, F#, G, A#.
How It Functions
Creates a leading tone into the tonic, giving minor keys a strong V-i cadence like major keys have.
Mood & Character
Dramatic and exotic - the augmented second between its 6th and 7th degrees gives it a Middle Eastern or classical-tragic tension plain minor doesn't have.
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