Guitar skills: We’re always harping on about the minor pentatonic scale. This essential scale is the most frequently used set of notes in rock, blues, country, metal, funk and even jazz lead guitar.

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Alain BENAINOUS/Gamma-Rapho via Getty Images There are a number of different minor scales ...

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Emotive and powerful, if you're looking to move listeners with your guitar playing then the Aeolian mode is a great choice. Also known as the natural minor scale, it’s the sixth mode of the major ...