The Pentatonic Shape ALL Guitar Players Must Know

All guitar players must know this 5 note pentatonic shape. As we play a guitar solo, this 5 note pentatonic shape can help us connect the pentatonic patterns. Guitar players love to improvise lead guitar solos. And this simple pentatonic shape can help us play guitar solos with more confidence!!! Here is a link for the awesome backing track that I used in this intermediate guitar lesson video • Smooth Funky Blues Jam...
Video Contents
0:00 Pentatonic shape for all guitar players intro.
0:29 1st position C minor pentatonic scale.
1:18 5 note C minor pentatonic shape.
1:49 Demo solo and breakdown.
5:24 Octaves of the 5 note pentatonic shape.
6:36 Using the C minor extended pentatonic scale.
7:30 How to improvise a lead guitar solo over the chord changes.
10:42 Must know pentatonic shape for all guitar players.

[@rustysguitar1]

Here is a link for this awesome backing track to practice this Pentatonic concept kzbin.info/www/bejne/opi1nZebp5eVmZYsi=VlWHAaby1zaM8Ah7

[@mauriceboucher2221]

How to use these scales !

[@guitarmeetsscience]

I'm rooting for you Rusty.... You're getting near having that play button! I keep checking back, I think it's going to happen soon. Right on!

[@rustysguitar1]

@@guitarmeetsscience It’s great to hear from you, Jimmy! I really appreciate your message here. It’s exciting! Thank you so much for your encouragement. Means a lot my brother.✌️

[@Suzanne2909]

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[@rustysguitar1]

I’m so happy to hear that! Thanks for all your support👍

[@jeffrowlette]

I love working in C. Right in the middle of the neck....love above, love below!

[@danbosch-]

It's the same for me, but B instead of C.

[@rustysguitar1]

Good, clean fun! Thanks a lot Jeff👍

[@derekclacton]

It’s not just about knowing the notes, it’s how to make them sound musical - only five notes but you make them sound magical, Rusty 👍

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re right, Derek! It’s easy to teach the notes but much harder to teach technique. But more lessons on that coming up! Thanks.👍

[@kenarutunian499]

Wish there had been teaching like this when I was 8 years old back in 1971. Mary Had A Little Lamb just didn't cut it for me back then...so I gave up. Learned open and barre chords, but never my scales. Now at 61...never too late to learn some lead. Thank you Rusty for these awesome videos...simplicity but with massive power.

[@rustysguitar1]

We are about the same age, so I’m sure we like the same classic rock tunes! If you start connecting the pentatonic scale to some of those chords you will start having fun on that guitar. Thanks for checking out the video and let’s talk soon.👍

[@alanjohnston2743]

Something to work on after I get my chores finished .Thanks Rusty 😊

[@jeffrowlette]

Forget the chores! Grab yer axe!!!!!

[@alanjohnston2743]

😂😂😂 Got there eventually. Great lesson and backing track 😊

[@rustysguitar1]

I know you can’t wait to Rock out!!! Thanks for checking out the lesson Alan! Hope you have fun with it.😎

[@gergemall]

@@rustysguitar1 I’m definitely having fun with it . Take care my friend.

[@ColourfulEnergy]

Sounds great, Rusty. Amazing lesson! Happy Easter.😊🎸❤

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you Colourful Girl! I hope you had a wonderful Easter also! 🙏❤️

[@andrebatucada729]

Always inspiring, Rusty! You are the king! Keep it simple and direct!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks a lot Andre! I really do appreciate the comment and all your support 🤛

[@dougbennett7881]

Another lesson worth it's weight in gold! I've learned so much from Rusty that I completely understand each lesson, especially those involving minor/major pentatonic scales. But I watch each and every lesson because he slips in something I didn't know or understand. Rusty, you've heard me say it many times, you are a goldmine of guitar information. Folks, watch this man and learn from him. You'll grow as a guitarist much faster than you'd expect. He is a fantastic teacher! Cheers, Rusty.

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks Doug! I like how you said slip in something you didn’t know. That makes for a good lesson. Talk to you soon buddy.✌️

[@jeffv.akaonsjeffke9865]

That looks like a nice and easy trick for me to work on. Besides I like the sound of simple stuff but well played. Thanks Rusty .

[@rustysguitar1]

I hope you have fun with it! Thanks for watching Jeff👍

[@paulkelly6853]

Fantastic stuff Rusty.......really impressive .........Paul from Ireland

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks a lot Paul! Always appreciated👍

[@leh3827]

You speak my language. I like your point; it is clarifying and freeing. Using the whole 12 note pentatonic pattern is like holding a whole set of wrenches in your hand to remove one nut. Make less notes say more musical phrases. Throw a more complex run in there somewhere if you like, but make those notes speak The Truth.

[@rustysguitar1]

Well said! I’d like your analogy. To many wrenches!!! Thanks a lot for the comment and have a great weekend👍

[@mikeandrulonis6553]

Thanks for this lesson Rusty. The genius lies in its simplicity. There's a lot of music to be had in that little piece of sonic real estate.

[@rustysguitar1]

You are so right, Mike! We don’t need to play a lot of notes to play good music. Thanks buddy.👍

[@ImByAbdul]

Such beautiful way you deliver your tutorials gentleman

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks a lot for watching👍

[@douggauzy6258]

I like this . This keeps it simplified for a player like myself . I like the way it sounds . Keep the Faith !

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad to hear it Doug! Thanks for checking in👍

[@lawncuttingplusdelta]

Another great one to help me connect the dots ….

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m happy to help! Thanks so much for watching👍

[@lawrencetaylor4101]

Merci Rusty. I just had my piano lesson, which was spent playing arpeggios on my baritone ukulele. I'm not confident on strings 2-4 so I know what I need to do. You're giving me great ideas to make my practice more musical. So glad that you do your beautifully simple videos. And yes, they are simply beautiful.

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for checking out my videos! I Always appreciate it 👍

[@chucklutter7399]

Fantastic job clearly and concisely explaining and showing how to start using the extended pentatonic scale. Yet another great lesson! Thank you for sharing your experience knowledge and passion with those of us trying to make music. BEST AND PEACE

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you for this comment Chuck! I really do appreciate it👍

[@chucklutter7399]

@@rustysguitar1 Happy Easter to you and yours.

[@martynspooner5822]

Hope you and yours have a great Easter, I look forward to all your lessons as they surely help me out of the rut some of us get stuck in Thanks

[@robertbehan6348]

Great lesson, Rusty! Thank you. That hour went by fast jamming to that track.

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks Robert! Sounds like you were having fun! Catch you later👍

[@brianlarsen6242]

Thanks for the lesson. I really like the bite sized chunks. And useful too.

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad the lesson’s are useful Brian! Thank you for checking in 👍

[@jazzydog]

Very nice lesson bro!!

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching👍

[@krisseals9113]

Another great idea from the master Rusty. Thanks again 🎉

[@rustysguitar1]

Glad to hear it Kris! Thanks for checking out the video👍

[@goodtimes54]

thank you rusty i didn,t now how you must look at it the g note ... sounds great

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re welcome. Just another way to look at the Pentatonic scale.👍

[@TonyMcGreal]

Fantastic presentation and some more great tips Rusty 👍👍🎸🎸

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you for watching Tony👍

[@Douglas_I]

You're getting so close to that big 100k number Rusty! You truly deserve it and much more! Thanks for all you do!

[@rustysguitar1]

It’s exciting! Thanks so much for all your support Doug! Later buddy 👍

[@nigelpayne1262]

Thanks Rusty this makes it more simpler to play this scale. 👍🎸

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re welcome Nigel! Thanks for checking in👍

[@gergemall]

Thank you Rusty . As you know I’ve never learned the pentatonics but it’s clicking along with all the foundational knowledge I have from self taught. I’m branching out thanks to you and your amazing instruction. ❤! Enjoy your weekend holiday.🎸☮️😎

[@rustysguitar1]

Nice! Keep moving forward! Have a great week Jon 👍

[@CD_Character]

I was thinking, "That's a good place for the Blue Note" and there you go !

[@rustysguitar1]

Nice! I always fit in the blue note! Thanks for watching👍

[@Williamk492]

A great lesson! Thank you Rusty! Happy Easter from Belgium 🙏🏻🇧🇪☀️

[@rustysguitar1]

Greetings always from Chicago William! Thanks and I hope you have a happy Easter also🙏

[@BeatlesGirlKaren]

What you can do with just 5 notes ~ you find the best ways to teach your lessons, Rusty ~ have a great weekend!

[@rustysguitar1]

Simple but effective. Thanks Karen and let’s talk soon ❤️

[@gregsterc5294]

Thank you so much, Rusty! This is a great video. I liked how you showed each step very carefully and slowly! Thanks again and rock on!

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re welcome Greg! I’m glad you got something from the lesson! Thanks buddy👍

[@daveallsopp4394]

This is great Rusty 👍🏻 & what a fantastic backing track. Can’t believe what I’ve learned from you all these years 🎸 thanks buddy and happy Easter 🐣👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🎸

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks so much for your support over these few years Dave!!! I hope you have a great rest of your Easter Sunday with your family! Talk to you soon.🙏

[@markskorvin9677]

Thanks Rusty. I knew this pattern but rarely put it to good use. Going back to simple motifs has highlighted the value

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re welcome Mark. I’m glad you got something from the lesson! Talk to you soon buddy.👍

[@alwilson6490]

just awesome, so easy to understand, helped me immediately--thanks as always Rusty!! Al from NC

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks Al! Greetings from Chicago! Talk to you later👍

[@nicholastowers854]

Your lessons using this pentatonic shape are really helpful. It feels like a breakthrough after years being stuck in the first position

[@angusmacdonald9484]

Thanks Rusty ....more food for thought !

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re welcome! Just adding to the toolbox 🧰 Thanks

[@davidwood351]

Another valuable lesson. Thanks Rusty.

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad to hear that David! Thanks👍

[@aminahmed2220]

What a fantastic video have a wonderful day Rusty ❤❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad you liked the lesson! Thanks👍

[@jimdep6542]

Thanks Rusty.....nice phrasing using those bends !

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re welcome, Jim! Thanks a lot for checking out the video👍

[@stevefalcon706]

Brilliant! You have opened my eyes 👍🏽

[@rustysguitar1]

Nice!!! I’m happy to hear that Steve! Thanks brother 😎

[@RobbieD2468]

Love that shape! I've been working it in Am for a while. Thank you for video!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks a lot Robert appreciate it! Have a great week👍

[@CharlesKavalec]

Thanks Rusty - I always learn something important from your videos!!

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re welcome! I’m glad you’re getting something from the videos. Thanks.👍

[@jomerapachecha6031]

Very usefull notes, thanks brother for your teaching.

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad the lesson was useful. Thanks for watching.👍

[@stevegadberry4768]

Very nice. Easy daily exercise. Thanks

[@rustysguitar1]

That’s a good way to look at it! Thanks so much for watching Steve👍

[@UNCLESAMSAFLTipsPredictions]

Thanks again Rusty - I always learn something important from you videos!

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re welcome! I appreciate you checking out my videos👍

[@stenmark66]

This kind of lesson makes guitarplaying fun! I have always said to people: when your hair stands up from your overarm,you know it's good❤ Feeling and emotion in music makes it great! Hat's off Rudy! 🤠

[@rustysguitar1]

Right on bro 😎 Well said! Thanks for watching ✌️

[@michaelhockmuller4677]

So helpful. Thanks Rusty!

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad that the lesson was helpful! Thank you Michael 👍

[@user-ts1mw1xh4i]

Good stuff Rusty Thanks for Sharing your Excellent Skills ❤it HAPPY EASTER TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY ❤🌴🌊🎶🐠⛵ 🕊️❤TX

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for all your support Jay! I hope you have a great Easter with your family. Also talk to you soon.🙏

[@etbiged03]

I've been out for awhile but as always Rusty your videos are awesome always something great to use

[@rustysguitar1]

Good to hear from you! Thanks for checking in👍

[@davydwilliams716]

Great stuff 👏 watching from the 🇬🇧 🎸

[@rustysguitar1]

Greetings from Chicago! Thanks for taking the time to watch my videos! Talk to you soon✌️

[@xyzpharaoh123]

Brilliant as usual Rusty

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks so much! Talk to you soon👍

[@cowboygypsey]

Happy EASTER to you and your fellow tutors, Mark Zebel, Tim Pierce,Rick Beato, R.J, Marty Mcfly(Schwartz) etc.

[@rustysguitar1]

I love them all!!! Happy Easter to you also! Thank you for Watching 🙏

[@jammininthepast]

Thanks brother. As self absorbed as a guitarist can be, me ha,ha we can all step back & learn. I've picked up unique phrasing from a beginning player. It's all about ego aside and desire to get better. Thanks brother, you're appreciated.

[@rustysguitar1]

I totally agree we can learn from anyone. Thank you for the comment and enjoy your Easter Sunday.🙏

[@jammininthepast]

@@rustysguitar1 Happy Easter Brother, thank you for your hard work in creating these very cool and informative lessons. I value your work and eagerly anticipate more. You're appreciated.

[@user-gl9ek4le6h]

so simple so sweet love it brilliant lesson🎸

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad to hear that! Thanks a lot for checking out the video👍

[@philippeb8665]

Une délectation d'astuces, un régal , Grand Merci Rusty

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re welcome! Thanks for watching my lessons👍

[@mabblers]

Great lesson. Thanks for this tip, now I have to try out on the rest of the scales.

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad you got something from the lesson! Thanks for the comment and your support to my channel👍

[@john749]

Awesome lesson

[@rustysguitar1]

I appreciate that John. Thanks for watching.👍

[@SixtyEightCircles]

Fantastic... thank you!

[@rustysguitar1]

Right on! Thanks for watching👍

[@rayross997]

Great lesson Rusty. Something that has helped my playing & my ear training has been learning some famous TV & movie themes like The Addams Family, James Bond, Indiana Jones and The Munster's themes. It may sound comical but it has trained my ears & fingers. Hope you demonstrate all your gear soon.

[@rustysguitar1]

That really does help so much Ray! Once you can start picking out those notes you are well on your way. I appreciate all the support and enjoy your Easter Sunday my friend.🙏

[@Jim68930]

Good seeing you 😊❤

[@rustysguitar1]

Always good to hear from you! Thanks buddy👍

[@jeffwilkey5135]

I've learned quite alot from you brother! Thank you so much

[@rustysguitar1]

That’s awesome Jeff! I’m glad to hear that! Thanks and let’s talk soon👍

[@charlesking6476]

Rusty u are amazing mate

[@rustysguitar1]

I appreciate that Charles! Thanks a lot for checking in👍

[@Jimmyd_Rocktalk]

Wicked video…. Thanks

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad you liked the video! And you’re very welcome👍

[@SoothingRelaxation168]

Great share Friend

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for watching👍

[@stephentaylor2831]

So good thanks

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad to hear that! Thanks, Stephen👍

[@herbie759]

Thanks!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks a lot Herbie!!! I appreciate your support to my channel! Have a great weekend, buddy👍

[@brackinsteve]

Great video Rusty!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks a lot Steve! Much appreciated 🤛

[@alexdieudonne1924]

Thumbs up from a 30 year beginner.

[@rustysguitar1]

I appreciate that Alex! Thanks for watching👍

[@gertlarsson9285]

Great help for me🙏thx a lot!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for watching 👍

[@charlesfellows8130]

Happy Easter Rusty

[@rustysguitar1]

Thank you, Charles! Happy Easter to you also🙏

[@danbosch-]

You should do a lesson that shows how scales, like the pentatonic just repeat themselves (in the same octave) in the next box up except for the first two strings. So basically you just extend the scales with the first two strings into the next octave. I hope that was explained decently at all.

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for the suggestion! And thanks a lot for checking out the video. Much appreciated Dan✌️

[@stoneglad]

Thanks! This is really helpful and insightful

[@rustysguitar1]

You’re welcome! I’m glad the lesson was helpful! Thanks for watching👍

[@stoneglad]

All of your lessons have been very helpful! I also really appreciate the link to the backing track too, I practiced this jamming out to that background track for more than an hour and had a blast!

[@user-vr4lu4gp4h]

정말 큰 도움 되었습니다!!

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad the lesson was helpful. Thanks.👍

[@SpringendeDelfinchen1919]

Good Sound 👍🎸🎶😊

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad you like it. Thanks.👍

[@lutheradkins3623]

me ha ayudado bastante..mil gracias...lo aprecio mucho!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks a lot for checking out the video. I’m glad the lesson was helpful.👍

[@samuel1162]

God bless you

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks! Blessings to you also 🙏

[@AustinPhoenix-ul8lx]

Thanks

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks, bro! I really appreciate the support to my channel! It helps me keep moving forward. Have a great rest of your weekend.👍

[@CaChuaTV380]

Nice share guitar player

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for watching👍

[@jeffbosch1697]

Great info, beautiful sound, great teacher, beautiful Strat. I suspect that Rusty is one of those players who could make a cheap $60 guitar sound like a million bucks.

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad you like the channel Jeff! Always good to hear from you. See you soon. Thanks 👍

[@ELPORTUS]

bestial... 🤘

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for watching👍

[@silverstem2964]

"The Old Man Down The Road" by John Fogerty has that lick.

[@rustysguitar1]

Yes! Similar Thanks for checking out the video. Enjoy your weekend.👍

[@cokemetod]

minor pentatonic two three two three nd two nd three major pentatonic three nd two three teo nd three nd two

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks for watching👍

[@augustineadeyanju9638]

Hey. King Rusty , do you happen to be in NYC , if you are I will want you to be my mentor and teacher , you are an asset to your subscribers and we follow you with great humility 🙏🏾.

[@rustysguitar1]

I don’t get outside Chicago very often. But thanks so much for all your support. Thanks for watching my lessons.👍

[@augustineadeyanju9638]

@@rustysguitar1 Well thank you sir , thank you for your good work .

[@DevangsRana]

You are awesome 🤩 by the way which guitar model it is and how to get a tone like you🤔

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m glad you liked the lessons! Thanks for watching👍

[@sethjohnson6539]

Lol! You rock dude!

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks bro 😎

[@1000rogerz]

Thanks Rusty! Can you suggest some cheaper equipment we can purchase to record backing tracks and then add guitar over it and have it recorded? I also have drums and a bass, but have no clue what may be available to record any of it for under $500. If there is anything available for less money.

[@rustysguitar1]

A lot of people use the computer to record. You would just need a small interface to do that. They also make small digital recorders that are inexpensive. Thanks for checking out the video.👍

[@1000rogerz]

@@rustysguitar1 I love your videos. Thank you for sharing your knowledge and how you started and what made you better. We all appreciate you Rusty!

[@tonyaxeman4381]

So 5 notes minor pentatonic add the blue notes is it a major scale now. ?????

[@rustysguitar1]

The blue note just adds a Bluey sound. But it’s still a minor pentatonic. Thanks for checking out the video Tony.👍

[@DavidLaFerney]

The friend who taught me this called it the pentatonic slide scale.

[@rustysguitar1]

That is a great way to explain this little box shape. Thanks for checking out the lesson David. Talk to you soon.👍

[@Kennethswoodcarvings]

What I struggle with is coming back up the guitar with the notes. Guess my brain is not good at going backwards. LOL

[@rustysguitar1]

Hey Ken, it’s just something you have to do over and over again and it will become second nature. But let’s keep working on this stuff together and enjoy the rest of your weekend.👍

[@Kennethswoodcarvings]

@@rustysguitar1 Thanks Rusty! I always love watching your guitar instructional courses. I guess like the saying goes "Practice Makes Perfect"

[@robertwilliams9848]

For once I can understand somebody thanks Rusty

[@rustysguitar1]

I’m happy to hear it Robert! Thanks for watching👍

[@sethjohnson6539]

Billy gibbons? Is that you Billy gibbons?

[@rustysguitar1]

I love me some Billy Gibbons guitar! Thanks for checking out the video Seth👍

[@JonnyDank888]

All over the board, like a cheap you know what

[@rustysguitar1]

Thanks Jonny! I really do appreciate it.👍

[@tonyaxeman4381]

Nope !

[@rustysguitar1]

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[@aequanim1]

Thanks!

[@rustysguitar1]

I appreciate this support of my channel Tom!!! Thanks so much. If you have any questions, let me know. Talk to you soon.👍