Pentatonic Phrasing – Lick of The Week #15

This week Joe Garrett treats us to a masterclass in combining multiple shapes of the minor pentatonic scale. This series of licks demonstrates some really cool examples of phrasing within a pentatonic context. Moving from shape 5 into shapes 1 and 2, Joe shows us how to tie melodic ideas across the fretboard.

On top of that, there is an array of different techniques used throughout this piece. From slides and bends to hammer-ons and pinched harmonics, each technique adds so much character and nuance to these licks. You’ll also find tonnes of subtle articulations such as accents, grace notes, and legato slurring throughout this one. All of this adds up to make one really fun set of licks to play. So plug-in, turn up, and get ready for some awesome pentatonic scale action!

If you want to learn more about the scales and techniques used in this lick, you can find them in level 3 and 4 of our online guitar syllabus. Our syllabus covers six fundamentals of playing guitar over five levels and will take you from a beginner to expert. To find out more head over to our Syllabus page or our online shop to subscribe.

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