C Minor Pentatonic Scale
Notes: C, E♭, F, G, B♭
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 MinorMajor PentatonicBluesDorianPhrygianLydianMixolydianLocrian
Minor Pentatonic scale in other keys
About the minor pentatonic scale
The minor pentatonic is the most used scale for guitar solos in rock and blues. Its five notes fit over almost any minor or dominant chord. Step pattern: W+H – W – W – W+H – W. W = whole step (2 frets), H = half step (1 fret).
Frequently asked questions
What notes are in the C minor pentatonic scale?
The C minor pentatonic scale is C, E♭, F, G, B♭.