In this lesson, I’m breaking down the all-important minor pentatonic scale—your go-to for blues soloing and improvisation. We’ll focus on nailing the first position of the scale, which is essential for building your soloing foundation. This lesson will teach you how to find the root note, practice the scale ascending and descending, and even throw in a couple of licks to get that muscle memory going. Remember, mastering the basics here will help you unlock the entire fretboard—so don’t fret, it’s easier than it sounds!
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0:00 – Intro
1:28 – The Importance of the First Pentatonic Shape
3:13 – Root Position in the Key of A
3:45 – Pentatonic Scale Walkthrough (5th Position)
5:00 – Triplets Practice Technique
6:12 – Repeating Notes for Improvisation
7:58 – Two Simple Licks to Add to Your Vocabulary
12:19 – Variations on the Licks
12:50 – Wrapping Up & Final Thoughts
