C Minor Pentatonic
C · E♭ · F · G · B♭
Five notes — root, minor third, fourth, fifth, and flat seventh — and probably the single most-played scale in rock history. C Minor Pentatonic is easy to finger, sits under the hand in five movable shapes, and sounds good over almost any minor or blues progression. If you learn one scale for lead guitar, learn this one.
Left-handed
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Play-alongs where C Minor Pentatonic has been identified to match well with the track.
Classic blues sound and perfect for navigating between the C minor and C major chords.
The C minor pentatonic scale provides a strong foundation for navigating the groove with its simple five-note structure, emphasizing funk rhythms.
Perfect for beginners, this scale allows you to play expressive solos that suit the minor bluesy elements of the track.
A classic choice that provides a more somber and darker tone, ideal for adding depth to the track.
The C minor pentatonic is a fundamental choice for blues in C minor, allowing for soulful, simple solos that fit perfectly with the track.
A staple of the blues genre, it adds a soulful and expressive feel to the music.
Transitions effortlessly over the C minor chord, providing a soulful continuation from the G minor scale.
Aligns well with the C minor 7 chord, providing a bluesy contrast to the major tonality of Ab.
Perfect for capturing the essence of blues, particularly over the minor chords or when you want a more soulful sound.
A simple yet expressive scale that fits perfectly with the C minor blues tonality.