C Major Pentatonic
C · D · E · G · A
Five notes drawn from the C major scale, leaving out the two that cause trouble — the fourth and the seventh. With no semitones anywhere in it, C 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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The C major pentatonic scale provides a solid foundation for beginners to explore the blues in a major key.
This scale provides a simple, yet effective framework for the key of C, offering five notes that will sound great over most of the chord changes.
This foundational scale outlines the key and is a simple yet effective choice for solos.
A simplified scale that fits well over the C major and C maj7 chords with a pleasant, bluesy touch.
This scale ties closely into the major key, offering simpler melodic passages that fit over major tonalities.
Use the major pentatonic scale for a bright tone that complements the major chords in the progression.
The C major pentatonic scale complements the C6 chord and provides a warmer, uplifting sound.
The C Major Pentatonic scale offers a simple, versatile foundation for creating melodic lines, especially over the C, G, and F major chords.
Use the C major pentatonic scale to accentuate the brighter tones over the C major and C6 chords, perfectly capturing the funky vibe.
The C Major Pentatonic scale works well for creating smooth and easy melodies that perfectly match the upbeat nature of funk.