Chords in the key of G# minor
The G# minor scale is G# – A# – B – C# – D# – E – F#. Building a chord on each note gives the seven chords below, numbered with Roman numerals (lowercase for minor, uppercase for major).
7th chords in G# minor
Add the seventh note of the scale to each chord for a richer, jazzier sound.
Common progressions in G# minor
- i–iv–VAbmC#mEb
- Andalusian cadenceAbmF#EEb
- i–VI–III–VIIAbmEBF#
Questions
What chords are in the key of G# minor?
The chords in G# minor are G#m, A#dim, B, C#m, D#m, E and F#, plus D# (a major V borrowed from the harmonic minor scale).
Which chords in G# minor are major and which are minor?
Major: B, E and F#. Minor: G#m, C#m and D#m. A#dim is diminished.
What is the relative major of G# minor?
B major. It uses the same notes and chords, but centers on B.
How can I play in G# minor with easy chords?
Put a capo on fret 4 and play the open chords of E minor: Em, G, Am, Bm, C and D.