Tenor Saxophone · Natural Minor scale · written pitch
D Natural Minor scale for Tenor Saxophone
2 octaves from D4, key signature 1 flat (B♭). On the tenor saxophone this sounds in concert C minor.
Scale — ascending & descending
Arpeggio
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Notes of the scale
| Degree | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Written | D | E | F | G | A | B♭ | C | D |
| Concert | C | D | E♭ | F | G | A♭ | B♭ | C |
Practice tips
- 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 D Natural Minor scale on tenor saxophone?
D, E, F, G, A, B♭, C, D.
What is the key signature of D Natural Minor?
D minor has 1 flat (B♭).
What concert key is written D Natural Minor on the tenor saxophone?
Written D minor on the tenor saxophone sounds in concert C minor.