How To Use Pentatonic Scale Patterns 1, 3 & 4

The Tortoise — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 08:30:55 +0000

This video tutorial shows how to use 3 different pentatonic patterns over the 1 chord, 4 chord and 5 chord in the key of A minor.

The chords are Am, Dm and Em.

Most players get stuck in the box with patterns 1 and 4. But here, we use patterns 1, 3 and 4.

My guitar is tuned down 1/2 a step. I forgot to tune it before making this video.

Test Video Flipped Mirror

Here's the same video but flipped to make a mirror image. Someone suggested I try this to see if it is easier for you guys to tell what's going on.

Check it out and please leave a comment below… or make a vote. (Vote on the menu. >>>>)

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How Pentatonic Scales Work

The Tortoise — Wed, 07 Mar 2007 03:44:21 +0000

This pentatonic scales video clip was made in response to a question from William, of Boston.

He asked why different sources number the 5 pentatonic patterns differently.

My answer is that it's not really that important. And I will be making more videos to explain why that is. This is the first.

I hope you enjoy the video.