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The pentatonic scale is one of the most versatile and common scales used in music improvisation, and can be heard in many genres of music.
This website will provide a brief overview of the pentatonic scale, including the origins of the scale, a layout of the scale on the guitar, and the harmonic applications of the scale. Deeper study of the scale and its applications can be explored through the guidance of a private instructor. |
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The Evolution of the Pentatonic Scale
The major scale - "The parent"
The pentatonic scale's origins begin with the major scale. The major scale contains 8 notes and is "The Parent," of the pentatonic scale.
The major scale mutating - "The Offspring"
The mutation process begins with deleting the 4th, 7th, and 8th degrees the major scale.
The Pentatonic Scale
The Pentatonic scale - "The Mutation"
The five (penta) remaining scale degrees (1st, 2nd, 3rd, 5th, 6th) evolve into the final "Mutation," of the pentatonic scale. Unlike the major scale, the pentatonic scale has a "floating" tonal impression because there are no resolving half-steps within the notes of the scale.
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