Lesson #5: Jerry Bergonzi Style Pentatonic Patterns

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Jerry Bergonzi Style Pentatonic Patterns

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*Notice how every 3 measure pattern stays with in the 5 standard positions of the pentatonic
scale. The patterns are presented in both their descending and ascending forms. Proficency
should be attainied using the F minor/Ab Major forms presented here before moving on. Once a
player can play these sequencess at a minimum of 8th notes at 70 BPM, it should be relatively
easy to instantly transpose them to any other key.