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Pentatonic scales

A pentatonic scale is made up of 5 notes. Although these scales are simple

to play making them sound interesting is far from easy.

Before playing a pentatonic scale we have to create one. Then find where

to play it on the fretboard, preferably in several places.

Creating a pentatonic scale involves using 3 modes.

One mode from the key of 0 sharp C (major)

One mode from the key of 1 sharp G (major)

One mode from the key of 2 sharp D (major)

You don't have to do this every time you want to play a pentatonic scale.

Just this once to help your understanding.

Key and scale basically the same thing but have different purposes.

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