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Introduction to Pentatonic Scales

intermediate mandolin

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I have one rule about teaching theory. You have to be able to use it, and this you can use. It's a huge lesson but I'll introduce you to pentatonic scales, how to play open & closed positions, transpose, speed exercise, then a challenge on beginning to use them in your playing.

Chords Improvisation Key of G Pentatonic Scales Theory

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  1. Roy Ellender ·

    Anybody have a tip for the left hand stretch in here? My pinky is not cooperating.

  2. Tom Vasquez ·

    Try it without the pick for a few passes. Sounds silly but it told me my right hand was doing too much.

  3. Owen Brady ·

    Try it without the pick for a few passes. Sounds silly but it told me my right hand was doing too much.

  4. Ben Clark Instructor ·

    Memorization comes from playing it at a tempo you can think at. If you need the tab, you're playing it faster than you know it.

  5. MandoMary ·

    That's the one that made me finally understand backup. Stick with it.

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