So glad I decided to actually check these scales out! Super helpful, I was jamming on my college green when a guy walked up to me and showed off his skills. I learned guitar from sheet music and chords and was playing pretty basic stuff(for the record, I like chords), but this guy learned with the pentatonic scale and had been playing less than me and was playing some fancy stuff. Rock on man! Thanks for the video
I just want to Thank You SOOO much for this video lesson. I've always had some issues following the Scales, but yours are easy to follow and right in Point. And I Really Love the Blues sound. I used to play half decent back in my 40's, but after Heart surgery forgot most of it. Starting taking lessons at age 70, and a bunch of it is coming back. This lesson will make me even Better. You Rock!!🎼🎶🎸
“You will never learn to play guitar with scales!” Says the guy on the guitar commercials. James you as always played better than “good”and made a great lesson.
Wow , I’ve been playing guitar on and off for years. I play open chords fine. But I always wanted to learn the neck . I didn’t understand what scales were all about and couldn’t understand videos explaining them. So far I’ve watched half of this video, and it’s so clear. You make it fun and understandable sir . Count me in! Thank you
Wow! I’ve been playing predominantly Acoustic for quite a long time. I got say, this video and the way you break this down, you’ve made me curious about picking up my Electric again! Thanks! Please keep these Vids coming, they’re very helpful and so easy to follow! Very Good Job! Thank you James!
I have been searching for an online course for ages. Why has it taken me soooo long to find you. I love these lessons so clear, consice and easy to follow so much so I bought the course
As an educator I really appreciate how you took a what could easily be a complex idea and found a way to explain it so clearly and succinctly! I was wondering what/if there is any benefit to learning the other patterns for the minor pentatonic scales?
I often wonder why the other patterns aren't stressed as much. I think you need them though, so that you can play up and down the neck in the same key. I would love to find more lessons about the best way to memorize the roots between the major and minor scale patterns.
Awesome information. I have had problems with scales because they didn't make sense to me. Now I understand so much better because of this lesson. Thank you
I would love a course that helps me make little songs/riffs from one pentatonic scale at a time, such as the A-. Then I could move it around. Plus I’d like to see some tangible course content for the lead guitar course, esp for beginner. All too often these courses are just beyond me: simple and basic.
Omg! Mind blown! Ok so question then what are these other shapes of the minor pentatonic I’ve seen from other TH-cam channels? You have explained this the best and now a subscriber added!
Hey James, hi from Brisbane Australia - just wanted to say thank you for your great work and the simplicity with the way you communicate information - I am a late starter (58yo) so the simpler the better - anyway thanks mate - Liked and Subscribed (just don't do anymore videos in that white singlet/vest 😛)
i never leave comments and i doubt you will see this but you are one of the nicest people in the world, and this lesson is the first i have found that actually makes any sense and helped me out a lot. gg
Hello, are you James as well? In fact I did see this and I was very happy to read it. You are so welcome and I wish you a good day and many more days of it all making sense. I am here to be your guide.
As a simple complement, I believe it would be helpful if you quicly mentioned the chords from the back up guitar ( backing track) This way we could practice with a friend also. Just a thought! Thanks!
That’s such a helpful video James so thank you.. May i ask please.. There doesn’t seem to be so much emphasis here when playing the frets with the tips of the fingers as there has to be when playing chords.. Asking as a relative beginner, is that true? are you using the fleshy end of the fingers rather than the tips? Thanks NOODLES
Would he make a difference if I change my chords in to my acoustic guitar iam thinking to put extra light chords can you tell me if it's a good idea and the benefit
Please teach us exactly what you are doing in the intro. I know it's the pentatonic scale just want to learn how to apply it in an application like you are playing. Thanks!
Such a great lesson thanks so much. What would be the next step after this is achieved? Also wondering if you do zoom or in person lessons? I’m in the Vancouver area, thanks again.
Ese atuendo me vuelve loco Youngstars.Quest loco contigo y tienes ese cuerpo curvilíneo, hiciste un buen trabajo modelándolo también. También me gusta el último atuendo. Me encantasv cómo los cinturones de liga se.
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I have several lessons planned to help you learn to improvise on guitar. What sort of lead guitar stuff do you need help with?
Bluesy-rock-ballady…. Not exactly a ‘recognized genre’. Lol
So glad I decided to actually check these scales out! Super helpful, I was jamming on my college green when a guy walked up to me and showed off his skills. I learned guitar from sheet music and chords and was playing pretty basic stuff(for the record, I like chords), but this guy learned with the pentatonic scale and had been playing less than me and was playing some fancy stuff. Rock on man! Thanks for the video
I’m 55 and new to playing the guitar. What a great lesson. Thank you ❤
I just want to Thank You SOOO much for this video lesson. I've always had some issues following the Scales, but yours are easy to follow and right in Point. And I Really Love the Blues sound. I used to play half decent back in my 40's, but after Heart surgery forgot most of it. Starting taking lessons at age 70, and a bunch of it is coming back. This lesson will make me even Better. You Rock!!🎼🎶🎸
“You will never learn to play guitar with scales!” Says the guy on the guitar commercials. James you as always played better than “good”and made a great lesson.
Thank you so much
A superb lesson...where even the greatest musicians on U Tube have not explained it so easily.,... Thank you so much 👍 👍
Brother you are a great teacher, you make it easy to get through my thick skull. Thanks
Wow , I’ve been playing guitar on and off for years. I play open chords fine. But I always wanted to learn the neck . I didn’t understand what scales were all about and couldn’t understand videos explaining them. So far I’ve watched half of this video, and it’s so clear. You make it fun and understandable sir . Count me in! Thank you
You are such a great teacher, this lesson gave me better insight into the pentatonic scale. Thank you so much !
Very good lessons! I learn a lot faster with your videos than with any others. Keep it up.
Wow! I’ve been playing predominantly Acoustic for quite a long time. I got say, this video and the way you break this down, you’ve made me curious about picking up my Electric again!
Thanks!
Please keep these Vids coming, they’re very helpful and so easy to follow!
Very Good Job!
Thank you James!
I have been searching for an online course for ages. Why has it taken me soooo long to find you. I love these lessons so clear, consice and easy to follow so much so I bought the course
Awesome video lesson and handouts. Your hard work certainly shows. Thank you.
Absolutely fantastic. You are a great teacher. Thank you very much.
Thanks James. I always enjoy your lessons. I appreciate the time and effort you put into making them.
Great lesson. I've learned so much watching this video on the pentatonic scale and how to improvise. Thanks again.
OUTSTANDING & powerful! Explained so simply & clearly! Thank you for this explanation, demo and lesson 👍🏾👍🏼🤜🏾🤛🏽🎶!
As an educator I really appreciate how you took a what could easily be a complex idea and found a way to explain it so clearly and succinctly! I was wondering what/if there is any benefit to learning the other patterns for the minor pentatonic scales?
I often wonder why the other patterns aren't stressed as much. I think you need them though, so that you can play up and down the neck in the same key. I would love to find more lessons about the best way to memorize the roots between the major and minor scale patterns.
Awesome information. I have had problems with scales because they didn't make sense to me. Now I understand so much better because of this lesson. Thank you
Can you make a video about how to switch from open chords to barre chords thankyou
What a great teacher you are it's a pleasure learning from you tanx with all my heart
Thank you for breaking it down
Thank you for this awesome explanation! Breaking things down and highlighting basic principles like this is really helpful.
This video was awesome!! I have not been able to understand anything about scales. Thank you so much!!!
Great lesson, very clear info on how to use pentatonics , thanks for your time.
this is the Rosetta Stone of guitar! thanks for these excellent nuggets
That just made it so much simpler and understandable. Thanks
Good lesson on scale dear teacher. Thank you. Best wishes
This is one of your best lessons.
Hey, I really appreciate the support and your thoughts on this video. Do you play acoustic or electric?
Nice one mate. I got a lot from this lesson.
Perfect lesson
I would love a course that helps me make little songs/riffs from one pentatonic scale at a time, such as the A-. Then I could move it around. Plus I’d like to see some tangible course content for the lead guitar course, esp for beginner. All too often these courses are just beyond me: simple and basic.
Bravo Maestro! 🎸
Very clear & usefull lesson!
Thank you 😊
Omg! Mind blown! Ok so question then what are these other shapes of the minor pentatonic I’ve seen from other TH-cam channels? You have explained this the best and now a subscriber added!
Lots of Johnny Winter in the opening solo. Bravo!
These lessons are very helpful.
Good lesson Jim!!
You said you were putting a backing track below, but I don't see it. This is a very helpful demo/lesson. Thank you.
So simple, so clear!! Thank you!!
This was a great lesson Thank you
Fantastic..finally I am grasping it..!
Okay this lesson was gold tysm
You are really outstanding good guitarist.
Hey James, hi from Brisbane Australia - just wanted to say thank you for your great work and the simplicity with the way you communicate information - I am a late starter (58yo) so the simpler the better - anyway thanks mate - Liked and Subscribed (just don't do anymore videos in that white singlet/vest 😛)
Iam impressed what a great teacher
i never leave comments and i doubt you will see this but you are one of the nicest people in the world, and this lesson is the first i have found that actually makes any sense and helped me out a lot. gg
Hello, are you James as well? In fact I did see this and I was very happy to read it. You are so welcome and I wish you a good day and many more days of it all making sense. I am here to be your guide.
Hey! A I am a novice player, but had an “ah” moment with the A and F#m explanation. :>).. very good..
Great explanation! Thanks!
very informational, thank you!!!
thanks man good job
As a simple complement, I believe it would be helpful if you quicly mentioned the chords from the back up guitar ( backing track) This way we could practice with a friend also. Just a thought! Thanks!
Thanks a lot for this new lesson
That’s such a helpful video James so thank you.. May i ask please.. There doesn’t seem to be so much emphasis here when playing the frets with the tips of the fingers as there has to be when playing chords.. Asking as a relative beginner, is that true? are you using the fleshy end of the fingers rather than the tips? Thanks NOODLES
Much appreciation!!!
Would he make a difference if I change my chords in to my acoustic guitar iam thinking to put extra light chords can you tell me if it's a good idea and the benefit
Excellent!!!!
Thank you!!!!!
Please teach us exactly what you are doing in the intro. I know it's the pentatonic scale just want to learn how to apply it in an application like you are playing. Thanks!
Where can I find the Pentatonic Scale PDF that you mention in the video?
Such a great lesson thanks so much. What would be the next step after this is achieved? Also wondering if you do zoom or in person lessons? I’m in the Vancouver area, thanks again.
Good stuff!
Lovely, very open minded couple..down to earth.
THANK YOU
Very helpful
Well in that case... Professional career guitar player here, looking for work!
I just learned something lol
As a women I’m struggling to reach my pinky onto the note.
Ese atuendo me vuelve loco Youngstars.Quest loco contigo y tienes ese cuerpo curvilíneo, hiciste un buen trabajo modelándolo también. También me gusta el último atuendo. Me encantasv cómo los cinturones de liga se.
What would I do, for not guys like you? Thankyou.
My god...its always the blabla intro.
Really helpful. Thank you.
You're welcome! Glad to hear it.