Tenor Saxophone · Natural Minor scale · written pitch
B Natural Minor scale for Tenor Saxophone
2 octaves from B3, key signature 2 sharps (F♯, C♯). On the tenor saxophone this sounds in concert A minor.
Scale — ascending & descending
Arpeggio
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Fingerings for every note
Notes of the scale
| Degree | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written | B | C♯ | D | E | F♯ | G | A | B |
| Concert | A | B | C | D | E | F | G | A |
Practice tips
- Low notes on the saxophone respond best with an open throat and a little more mouthpiece; avoid pinching.
- Practise with a metronome: legato first, then tongued; then in thirds and in rhythms (long–short, short–long).
Frequently asked questions
What are the notes of the B Natural Minor scale on tenor saxophone?
B, C♯, D, E, F♯, G, A, B.
What is the key signature of B Natural Minor?
B minor has 2 sharps (F♯, C♯).
What concert key is written B Natural Minor on the tenor saxophone?
Written B minor on the tenor saxophone sounds in concert A minor.