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The Natural Minor Scale for Guitar, Simplified: The Foundation of Every Dark, Soulful Sound

The natural minor scale is the parent of rock, metal, and minor-key music. Here's the W-H-W-W-H-W-W formula, how it relates to the major scale, and how to play it on guitar.

May 12, 2026 8 min read
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The Natural Minor Scale for Guitar, Simplified: The Foundation of Every Dark, Soulful Sound

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