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E Major Scale Study

beginner mandolin

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Step 6 of 6 in Mandolin Scale Studies

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  1. 3 B Major Scale Study
  2. 4 C Major Scale Study
  3. 5 D Major Scale Study
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Welcome to the key of E! We'll break down a 1 octave, 2 octave, closed position, circular versions, and top it off with an incredible speed exercise to get you up the neck as well. Enjoy!

Key of E Scales

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  1. Karen Doyle ·

    Got about 80% of this one down but the third measure keeps tripping me. Anybody else find that part awkward at speed?

  2. Karen Doyle ·

    The pinky thing goes away, I promise. Took me about three months.

  3. Katie Clark Support ·

    You're not behind. Two weeks on a lesson like this is normal and healthy.

  4. Tom Vasquez ·

    I had that exact problem. Turned out my thumb was anchoring in the wrong spot.

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