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Minor Pentatonic Scale Patterns

One of the most commonly used scales in popular music today is We Recommend…
the pentatonic scale which is a scale made up of 5 notes.
Interestingly, the name originates from the Greek word “penta”
which stands for ve.

Now, minor pentatonic scales are often associated with rock guitar
solos and lead guitar playing. That’s why they are my favorite type
of scales. Despite its cool sounding name, pentatonic scales are
the easiest to besides the major and minor scales.

Before we continue with the lesson, you need to read and fully understand the tutorial about minor
scales  rst. The rationale behind this is that the minor pentatonic scale is based o the natural minor scale.

Basically, the 2nd and 6th notes are removed from the natural minor in order to create the
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minor pentatonic scale. As a result, the pentatonic scale consists of notes which are at least 2 semitones
apart.
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Like the natural minor scales which can be derived from a formula, the minor pentatonic also follows a pre-
determined formula. I know some people prefer to memorize the scale using fretboard patterns instead of
remembering formulas while others remember it by the shapes. You should use either one that works for
you and the method you are most comfortable with.

Shapes of the Pentatonic Scale on the Fretboard

Similar to the major scale patterns, pentatonic scale patterns can be found across the entire guitar
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fretboard too. In summary, there are 5 main patterns across the fretboard which I encourage you to
memorize.
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Also, we are adopting a “2 notes per string system” when it comes to minor pentatonic ngerings. If you are
totally new, I would recommend starting with Patterns 1 and Patterns 3 as they have relatively easier
ngerings.

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Minor Pentatonic Scale Pattern 1

Minor Pentatonic Scale Pattern 2

Minor Pentatonic Scale Pattern 3

Minor Pentatonic Scale Pattern 4

Minor Pentatonic Scale Pattern 5

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Once you get the hang of playing the patterns, you should try using them to improvise or play simple lls
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