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This is the place to start learning scales. In this section of lessons we will cover the pentatonics, or the pentatonic scales.
Pentatonic scales are five note scales that are fairly easy and are an excellent introduction into the world of scales.
Then we will cover phrasing to start soloing and improvising with the pentatonics. Pentatonic scales are great for improvising
as they are fairly easy and work with almost anything.
1. Pentatonic Minor
This lesson on the pentatonic minor scale includes a full diagram of the 5 note scale in the key of E. A great introduction to using
scales because it is only a five note scale yet what you learn can be applied later on...

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2. The 5 Positions
Pentatonic minor uses five positions to make up a full pentatonic scale system. This lesson will teach you the five positions,
and how they fit together to form a full scale system that you can use to improvise all over the place...

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3. Phrasing
This lesson teaches an excellent phrasing method making it easy to put your scales to use. It allows you to improvise freely
at any time, and makes playing improv solos just as easy as speaking your native tongue...

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4. Transposing
Learn how to transpose this or any scale into any other key you choose. This will allow you to play the same scale in other
musical keys with ease. Learning to play your instrument in many keys is essential for any player...

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