
A fun and progressive two-volume course for learning the harmonic minor scale and its fifth mode, the Phrygian dominant (covered in Volume 2).
When I was a young guitarist, during my learning journey, I would have loved to find a comprehensive book on the harmonic minor scale that, beyond covering theory, scale patterns, licks, and solos, also clearly and thoroughly explained how and when to use this scale, so I could incorporate it into my own songs.
Because you can study a topic as much as you want, but it’s only by putting it into practice that you truly learn it.
And that’s exactly the goal I set for myself when I started writing this book.
Inside this method, you will find:
➤ Theory and fingerings for the harmonic minor scale
➤ How to use the scale over the dominant chord in the V7-I minor cadence
➤ Harmonization of the scale
➤ Chords and progressions
➤ Exploration of the unique sounds of the “Hitchcock” m(maj7) and maj7(#5) chords
➤ How to write riffs in harmonic minor
➤ Licks and solos in various styles: rock, metal, shuffle rock, hip hop, gypsy, Spanish guitar, and ballads
➤ Connection of the fretboard through the main scale shapes and diagonal pattern
This volume is designed mainly for electric guitar players but also includes exercises on classical guitar (which can still be played on electric). Downloadable audio and backing tracks are provided to support your practice.
Prerequisites: Intermediate level with prior knowledge of major and minor scales (both theory and practice).
What you will learn:
✔️ Deep understanding of the harmonic minor scale theory and harmonization
✔️ Mastery of the two main scale boxes and diagonal form
✔️ How to use harmonic minor in the classic V7-I minor progression
✔️ Study of chords and chord progressions with practical examples
✔️ How to exploit the dark and mysterious tones of the “Hitchcock” and maj7(#5) chords
✔️ Crafting riffs and progression,
✔️ Improvising solos using harmonic minor
The Harmonic Minor Series Vol. 2 (coming 2026) continues the exploration with the scale’s fifth mode, the Phrygian Dominant, plus:
- Diminished chords and arpeggios
- The Andalusian progression
- Minor blues concepts
- Use of the Phrygian Dominant over secondary dominant chords.
- And much more!
