B harmonic minor (B, C♯, D, E, F♯, G, A♯) has two sharps in its key signature and its raised 7th (A♯) creates the exotic augmented 2nd between G and A♯. It is used in classical music, neoclassical metal, and progressive rock for its dramatic, tension-building quality. B harmonic minor works over Bm progressions with F♯7 as the V chord.
Raising the 7th degree of natural minor creates the signature augmented 2nd between the flat 6th and major 7th — an exotic interval that gives harmonic minor its Middle Eastern and neoclassical character. This raised 7th enables the strong V–i cadence that defines minor-key songwriting.
The diatonic chords in B Harmonic Minor are: Bm, C#dim, Daug, Em, F#, G, A#dim. These are the chords built naturally from each degree of the scale.
What is the Harmonic Minor?
B harmonic minor (B, C♯, D, E, F♯, G, A♯) has two sharps in its key signature and its raised 7th (A♯) creates the exotic augmented 2nd between G and A♯. It is used in classical music, neoclassical metal, and progressive rock for its dramatic, tension-building quality. B harmonic minor works over Bm progressions with F♯7 as the V chord.
What notes are in the B Harmonic Minor?
The B Harmonic Minor contains the notes: B, C#, D, E, F#, G, A#. This is a 7-note scale starting from B.
How many chords does the B Harmonic Minor have?
The B Harmonic Minor produces 7 diatonic chords, one built on each degree of the scale: Bm, C#dim, Daug, Em, F#, G, A#dim.
What is the formula for the Harmonic Minor?
The Harmonic Minor follows the interval formula: W-H-W-W-H-W+H-H (W = whole step, H = half step).
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Position in circle of fifths
B is at the 5 o'clock position. Related keys: F# (dominant), E (subdominant), Ab (relative minor), C# (supertonic), A (subtonic).