Lesson 11...Guitar Scales
The Blues Scale

Hi and welcome to lesson 11 on guitar scales. In lesson 9 we discussed the addition of a passing tone known as the b5 to the pentatonic scale to create the blues scale. This lesson picks up where the last lesson left off and has all of the fingerings for the blues scale.
I would like to say that none of these fingerings are set in stone. Anytime you are working with guitar scales you have to be flexible. The music will dictate any necessary changes in fingering you might encounter.

These fingerings were given in the hope that you will develop your 4th finger. I see many self taught players that ignore using their little finger but when you take the time to develop it,you will see that it is well worth the time and trouble.

With that said, as you work through the following guitar scales, feel free to change and experiment with the fingerings.

Also one last point on the blues scale. It is typically thought of as a minor scale. In the diagrams of the guitar scales that follow the tonic is designated by the red dot. Follow all of the usual guidelines set down in the earlier lessons to gain maximum benefit as you practice.

Blues Scale Diagrams With Fingerings

That wraps up lesson 10. Thanks for reading and visiting. If you have any questions or comments contact me at bob@learn-guitar-online.com.

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