The Pentatonic Scale for Guitar

The pentatonic scale is very easy to learn and play on the guitar. This is because there are only two notes on each string. This also makes it very easy to develop powerful bending, hammer-on and pull-of techniques.

Now, the guitar pentatonic scale is no different than for any other instrument... but because the guitar is a unique two-dimensional instrument, you need to learn how it works for guitar and how to apply it. Once you learn the secrets of the guitar pentatonic scale, you'll never be at a loss when soloing in any key or over any chord.

Instead of always fumbling around trying to find the right notes to play when soloing, take the time to learn the scale properly right from the start. You only have to learn this once. Then you can spend your time discovering new ways to use it.

The pentatonic scale is the all time favourite of guitar players. It is easy to learn, and can be used in all styles of music.

• Pentatonic Guitar Magic
  
  Secrets of the pentatonic scale exposed. These little known and understood insider tips will help you master this scale once and for all. Just do it.
• Extended Pentatonic Scale
  
  This diagram shows the "extended" root position pentatonic scale for guitar most seem to learn first.
• Pentatonic Scale Ideas
  
  There's much more you can do with pentatonic scales than you think. Check out these hip substitutions for rock, blues, jazz etc.