C minor is a minor scale based on C, consisting of the pitches C, D, E♭, F, G, A♭, and B♭. Its key signature consists of three flats. Its relative majorisE♭ major and its parallel majorisC major.
| Relative key | E-flat major |
|---|---|
| Parallel key | C major |
| Dominant key | G minor |
| Subdominant | F minor |
| Component pitches | |
| C, D, E♭, F, G, A♭, B♭ | |
The C natural minor scale is:
Changes needed for the melodic and harmonic versions of the scale are written in with accidentals as necessary. The C harmonic minor and melodic minor scales are:
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