Pentatonic Modes: 5 Shapes for Fretboard Mastery
Summary
Pentatonic scales are everywhere in music—and for good reason. They’re simple, versatile, and packed with the most usable notes for crafting lines, fills, and solos. For bass players, mastering pentatonic shapes isn’t just about scales, it’s about unlocking the entire fretboard and moving with confidence in any key. In this focused workshop, Ian Martin Allison shows you how to move beyond basic pentatonic shapes by exploring the five pentatonic modes and how they connect.