Exercise Objective:
Ever feel like you get stuck improvising over the same scales, just going up and down the keyboard?
By moving through different locked positions, with each scale degree as a starting point, you naturally expand across the keyboard, and each new scale degree becomes a stronger focal point in your solo.
We use C minor as an example, but this concept can be extrapolated to any scale!
Label the Pentatonic Positions by Scale Number
Identify each pentatonic scale position based on the keyboard diagram. Use dashes (-) between numbers and the letter b to denote the flat symbol.
Use the Eb Major Backing Track Below
We developed our own backing tracks for copyright reasons—and also because it’s fun! If you’re practicing at home and want to switch things up, you can easily find backing tracks on YouTube. We’re committed to respecting musicians and their work, which is why we publish our own content, but we also encourage you to explore and take advantage of all the great backing tracks available out there. Or, better yet, go jam with some friends! Happy playing.
Think about it?!
Why are we using a Eb Major Vamp as a backing track?
How can we apply this exercise to other keys?