Jam Track 17a - G Major Pentatonic Melody Lower Octave

I demonstrate how to use the G major pentatonic scale in a musical context, playing a riff over one of the most common four-chord progressions in popular music. We're connecting your scale knowledge to real song applications.

• Using the G major chord shape as a visual reference for the scale notes

• Playing the riff pattern: G-A-B, then open D string three times, then B-D-B-D

• Rhythm and timing over G-D-E minor-C chord progression

• How riffs typically use the lower octave (thicker strings) for rhythm parts

• Proper picking technique with small motions and consistent timing

This isn't just scale practice - it's practical riff playing that prepares you for countless songs. The visual connection to the G major chord helps you remember the scale positions, and playing over real chord changes teaches you how scales and chords work together musically.