Key of E minor
E minor has 1 sharp (F♯). The notes of the scale are E, F♯, G, A, B, C and D, and its relative major is G major.
E minor scale
EF♯GABCD
Chords in E minor
With sevenths
Common progressions
- EpicEmiCVIGIIIDVII
- ClassicalEmiAmivBVEmi
- Andalusian cadenceEmiDVIICVIBV
Related keys
Relative key: G major
Common questions
What chords are in the key of E minor?
Em, F♯°, G, Am, Bm, C and D. With sevenths: Em7, F♯m7(♭5), Gmaj7, Am7, Bm7, Cmaj7 and D7.
How many sharps or flats does E minor have?
1 sharp (F♯).
What is the relative major of E minor?
G major. Both keys use the same notes and the same key signature.
What are the notes of the E minor scale?
E, F♯, G, A, B, C and D.