A Major Pentatonic
A · B · C♯ · E · F♯
Five notes drawn from the A major scale, leaving out the two that cause trouble — the fourth and the seventh. With no semitones anywhere in it, A Major Pentatonic is famously forgiving: almost anything you play sounds consonant. It's the first scale most lead guitarists learn, and the backbone of country, folk, blues-rock, and countless pop solos.
Left-handed
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Play-alongs where A Major Pentatonic has been identified to match well with the track.
Groovin' BluesGuitar Backing Track Jam in A major
The A Major Pentatonic scale is pivotal for blues in A major, offering a cheerful and resolved sound to your solos.
Brass & Bourbon Blues Guitar Backing Track in A Major l BT 666
This scale provides the foundation for most beginner blues solos, fitting well over all the major-related chords.
Ray Charles Blues Guitar Backing Track Jam in A major
The major pentatonic scale is straightforward and harmonious, providing a basic structure that works seamlessly with the A major blues progression.
Zeppelin Rock Guitar Backing Track Jam in A major
Ideal for beginners and essential to rock music, allowing solos rich with classic rock phrasing.
Psychedelic Jimi Hendrix Style Guitar Backing Track In A Minor ALL LIVE VERSION W/ VIDEO
Adding a major pentatonic scale creates nice contrast and can introduce more melodic lines.
Classic 12 Bar Blues Guitar Backing Track in A Major l BT 577
The A major pentatonic scale is fundamental for blues and provides a simple, melodious framework that aligns beautifully with the blues progression.
Find Another You | Slow Blues Guitar Backing Track Jam in A major
Being in A major, this scale is perfect for emphasizing the root and creating a bluesy sound.
Blind Love Blues Guitar Backing Track Jam in A major
The A major pentatonic scale is a quintessential choice for blues in A major, allowing for pleasing melodic lines.
Smooth Blues Soul Guitar Backing Track Jam in F# minor
Well-suited for emphasizing the brightness and joyfulness of the A major chord.
Guitar Pop Groove Guitar Backing Track Jam in A major
The A major pentatonic scale offers a classic pop sound, suitable for constructing catchy and recognizable melodies.