F♯m
F♯ Minor
1 ♭3 5
Notes in F♯m
F♯R
A♭3
C♯5
The F♯m chord contains 3 notes: F♯, A, C♯
Intervals
| Interval | Semitones | Note | Function |
|---|---|---|---|
| R | 0 | F♯ | Root |
| ♭3 | 3 | A | Minor 3rd |
| 5 | 7 | C♯ | Perfect 5th |
About F♯ Minor Chords
Minor chords use a flatted 3rd, creating a darker, more melancholic sound than major chords. The half-step difference between a major and minor 3rd is one of the most fundamental distinctions in music theory.
Compatible Scales & Modes
These scales contain all the notes of F♯m and can be used for soloing, improvising, and writing melodies over this chord.
F♯ Aeolian (Natural Minor)
The default minor scale — every note fits naturally over minor chords.
F♯ Dorian
Adds a brighter quality than natural minor. The signature sound of jazz and funk minor grooves.
F♯ Phrygian
Dark and exotic — common in metal, flamenco, and Middle Eastern-influenced music.
F♯ Minor Pentatonic
The most-used scale in blues and rock. Five notes that always sound right over minor chords.