Video Guitar Lessons, Tabs

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Pentatonic Scales and Riffs

Introduction to pentatonic scales and riffs using those scales. The pentatonic scales and riffs shown here are in the key of A. To play in a different key, simply move the pattern or riff up and down the fretboard.


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1	4:01	04-17-2007	the five positions of the A minor pentatonic scale are shown. The importance of memorizing all 5 positions is discussed. "BB's box" is pointed out.
2	1:18	04-26-2007	explanation of how the A minor pentatonic scale is derived from the C major diatonic scale.
3	2:30	12-17-2008	explanation of how the A minor pentatonic scale is derived from the A major diatonic scale.
4	0:51	04-27-2007	explanation of how the A major pentatonic scale is derived from the A major diatonic scale.
5	1:30	04-27-2007	it's noticed that the A major pentatonic scale has the same shape as the A minor pentatonic scale, except it's 3 frets lower; not surprising given lessons 2 and 4 above. Locating one scale from the other using your little and index fingers is also shown.
6	1:48	04-17-2007	the five positions of the A major pentatonic scale are quickly reviewed.

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7	3:26	04-18-2007	once you've learned your pentatonic scales, what's the next step? Answer: creating melodies or riffs from those scales.
8	0:44	04-19-2007	two variations of A minor pentatonic riff #1 are introduced.