C Major Pentatonic Scale
Notes: C, D, E, G, A
On piano
On the guitar neck
Every note of the scale on the first 12 frets. The root is highlighted. High E string on top, as in tab.
Other C scales
MajorNatural MinorHarmonic MinorMelodic MinorMinor PentatonicBluesDorianPhrygianLydianMixolydianLocrian
Major Pentatonic scale in other keys
About the major pentatonic scale
The major pentatonic uses five notes of the major scale, leaving out the fourth and seventh. It is impossible to sound wrong with it, which makes it a favorite for melodies and solos in pop, country and rock. Step pattern: W – W – W+H – W – W+H. W = whole step (2 frets), H = half step (1 fret).
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the C major pentatonic scale?
The C major pentatonic scale is C, D, E, G, A.