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C neapolitan minor

The Neapolitan Minor scale is similar to the Neapolitan Major but with a minor sixth, producing a dark and dramatic sound.

it consists of these notes and degrees:

C

i

Cm
D♭

bII

D♭maj
E♭

bIII+

E♭aug
F

iv

Fm
G

V

Gmaj♭5
A♭

bVI

A♭maj
B

VII

D♭7no5/B

Notation

Tab

tip
  • The Neapolitan Minor scale is a minor variation of the Neapolitan scale, with a flat 2nd (bII) and flat 6th (bVI). Use it in classical, jazz, or cinematic music for dramatic tension.
  • Use this scale to create tension in minor keys, focusing on the flat 2nd (bII) to create chromatic movement leading to resolutions.
  • Incorporate the Neapolitan Minor scale into classical and modern compositions where dramatic, intense harmonic shifts are needed.
  • Blend this scale with harmonic minor or Phrygian dominant scales to explore rich, dark tonalities in your improvisations.
  • Practice using the Neapolitan Minor scale over minor ii-V-I progressions to add tension and create dramatic cadences in jazz and classical music.

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