Minor Pentatonic Scale

The minor pentatonic (1-b3-4-5-b7) is the most-used scale in blues, rock and guitar soloing. Its five-note simplicity makes it the first scale every guitarist learns — and the one they never stop using.

How to Use This Reference

Download our free printable staff paper from the recommended templates below and write out the minor pentatonic scale yourself. Writing scales by hand reinforces the pattern in your muscle memory faster than any app.