F Major Pentatonic
F · G · A · C · D
Five notes drawn from the F major scale, leaving out the two that cause trouble — the fourth and the seventh. With no semitones anywhere in it, F 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
Practice this Scale
Play-alongs where F Major Pentatonic has been identified to match well with the track.
Groovin' Soul Guitar Backing Track Jam in F major
An F major pentatonic scale offers simplicity and a soulful quality that captures the essence of the genre.
Hopeless Rock Guitar Backing Track Jam in D Minor
Use the F major pentatonic during F major chords for melodic contrast.
Imagine in F – Special 40K Backing Track (60 BPM)
The F major pentatonic scale is an excellent choice for beginners as it fits smoothly over most chords and stays diatonic to the key.