A Minor Pentatonic 5 Shapes Introduction

In this video

In this module we're going to look at the 5 Shapes of the A Minor Pentatonic scale. This lesson gives an overview of this concept and shows how these shapes relate to each other.

Key points

  • Make sure you're already familiar with the first shape of the Minor Pentatonic scale
  • Learn to play the scale on one string - this will help with identifying the root notes of the other shapes

A Minor Pentatonic scale

The dark blue notes show the A Minor Pentatonic scale in Shape 1. The light blue notes show the same scale using only the 6th string.

A Minor Pentatonic - The 5 Shapes

Blue = Shape 1 | Red = Shape 2 | Pink = Shape 3 | Yellow = Shape 4 | Green = Shape 5

Next Up: A Minor Pentatonic Extensions Recap

Well done! Let's jump into the next video of the course.

Recommended Songs

Enjoying this course? Want to test out your new skills? Find out my recommended song tutorials that accompany this course and get total access to the site by signing up today!