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Mandolin tablatures for Pentatonic Scales

Exercises

Recomended level: Intermediate

A couple tips for learning and practicing this:

The pentatonic scale is a five note scale pattern. If you’re having trouble learning the entire scale in one go, split it up into sections of five or six notes.



Whenever you’re learning a scale practice it starting from different notes in the scale or using different note combinations rather than just playing it ascending and descending. You’ll hear this scale a ton in bluegrass but it’s rare that someone will play it up and down. It’s important to practice variations of the scale. This could be melodic or rhythmic variation and the two licks in the tab may give you some ideas on how to do this on your own.



As always, go slow. This will let your fingers better communicate with your mind (and vice versa) so you can commit it to memory faster and start actually using it in your solos.



Pay attention to how this scale sounds and try to figure it out on your own in the keys of C, D, and E. This is a great ear training exercise and it’s an amazing way to learn about your fretboard.

  • Mandolin Pentatonic Scales G Pentatonic Scale and Licks

    G Pentatonic Scale and Licks

    • Difficulty
    • Key
      G
    • Tempo
      50 bpm
    • Tuning
      GDAE

    The pentatonic scale is must-know for any mandolin player looking to improve their soloing chops on the instrument. This tab will show you how the G pentatonic scale lays on the mand...

    Mandolin Pentatonic Scales G Pentatonic Scale and Licks
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Practicing Tips

Enhance your musical prowess by diving into G Pentatonic Scale and Licks Style with these tabs specifically designed for intermediate level mandolin players in the bluegrass genre. Sharpen your strumming skills and give a boost to your repertoire in a way that's both educational and entertaining.


Capitalise on Tunefox's key feature of the Lick Switcher to augment your creative imagination. This feature aids in incorporating new licks into existing tunes, allowing you to reinvent them according to your personal style. Click on each measure to unveil the hidden possibilities and enjoy playing the same tune with diverse variations. This tool is a secret weapon for turning the tune into your unique musical fingerprint.


Customise your learning experience with the Arrange slider on Tunefox. Simply slide it to the left to retain the core notes only, providing a basic arrangement on the tablature. Alternatively, swipe it to the right to unveil a multitude of additional notes that breathe life into the full song arrangement. This feature proves its worth by providing ease and accuracy in learning according to your skill level.


The ability to change the rhythm with the Tempo slider allows you to take full control of your learning path. It helps to slow down the tempo at initial stages, and as your fingers get comfortable, gradually increase the speed, sharpening your playing speed and adaptability.


Approach your learning in an interactive and fun way by playing along with finely crafted backing tracks. This not only lends an ambiance of a live jamming session but also accelerates your learning process. 'Speed Up' your learning - start slow and gradually increase the tempo ensuring that you are thoroughly comfortable and in control at every speed.


Remember, practice is the key to perfection. Experiment with sounds, focus on selected measures, and repetitively practice them. Spice up your jamming sessions by continually bringing novelty and freshness to the tunes, thus keeping up the spark alive. Go forth and create some musical brilliance!