The Holy Grail – Root 6 Pentatonics

Blondie Style Pentatonic Riff

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Learn a Blondie style riff that features major pentatonics, a technique very common to this New Wave pioneer.

Temptations Style Pentatonic Riff

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Learn a major pentatonic riff in the style of the Temptations. Get your Motown on!

Intro to Major Pentatonics

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In this lesson we’re going to venture into the world of major pentatonics. The effect will be that our solos and leads will take on a more upbeat sound!

Linkin Park Style Pentatonic Riff

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Here is a very different approach to pentatonics where instead of picking single melody notes we play between two notes. The effect is awesome so let’s go!

Sound Crazy – Cross String Pattern

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This next sequence gives the pentatonic scale a sound unlike anything you’ve ever heard. If you like the bizarre, out-there, avant-garde stuff you’re in for a treat!

Shredding Baby Steps – Up 3 Down 1 Pattern

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In this lesson we’re looking at another pentatonic sequence, this time the 3 up 1 down pattern. Another great one used by legends like Jimmy Page

Shredding Baby Steps – Up 4 Down 1 Pattern

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This is our first sequence and a very common one for solos. Practice slowly, as riffs like this will help to improve technique and speed.

The Most Important Scale Ever

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Bookmark this lesson, it might be the most important one you’ll ever have. Learn the one secret behind all soloing, lead guitar, jamming and more.