Master soloing
all over the
neck.
You know the pentatonic shapes. But you're stuck playing in one or two positions. You can't comfortably move around the fretboard, and soloing feels limited and repetitive.
That's not a lack of practice. It's a lack of clarity.
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Watch: Introduction to Minor Pentatonic Mastery
You know
the shapes.
You can't connect them.
Most guitarists learn the 5 pentatonic shapes in isolation. But learning shapes isn't the same as mastering the fretboard.
Real fretboard mastery comes from understanding how the shapes connect — so you can move fluidly across the entire neck and never feel stuck in one position again.
That's the gap between "I know the shapes" and "I can solo anywhere on the fretboard with confidence."
Every pentatonic player feels this…
Stuck playing in one or two positions
Can't comfortably move around the fretboard
Soloing feels repetitive and limited
Wanting to play all over the neck but not knowing how
"Why do I keep playing the same licks in the same position?"
What if you learned to connect all 5 shapes?
What if every lesson showed you not just a shape, but how to use it with the others to unlock the entire fretboard?
one
at a time.
This course teaches pentatonic mastery step-by-step using the "Rule of Two" — a simple, systematic method for connecting the shapes.
You'll learn each shape deeply, then immediately understand how it connects to the others — so you can move confidently and fluidly across the entire fretboard.
No confusion. No overwhelm. Just clear, bite-sized lessons that build on each other until you own the entire neck.
What's Inside
Everything you need to master pentatonic scales across the entire fretboard.
12 Video Modules
From fundamentals to total mastery. Each module builds systematically on the last. 2–5 minutes each, clear and actionable.
Scale Diagrams & TAB
Complete scale shape diagrams and TAB worksheets for all 5 pentatonic positions plus the sliding variations.
Backing Tracks & MP3s
High-quality backing tracks in various styles and tempos. Download to your device and practice anywhere, anytime.
Practice Guides
Step-by-step practice methods for each shape and connecting pattern. Know exactly what to work on and how.
Downloadable Resources
All course materials — scale sheets, reference guides, worksheets — available to download and keep forever.
Lifetime Updates
New lessons, resources, and improvements are added over time. You get all updates free.
Plus Bonus Materials
Backing Track Pack (MP3s)
Download high-quality backing tracks in various styles and tempos. Load them into your music player or use the built-in player.
Live Q&A Replay & Blues Scale Workshop
Live training session covering connecting patterns, using chord shapes, and a bonus workshop on turning pentatonics into blues scales.
What You'll Learn
A 12-module journey from fundamentals to complete fretboard mastery using the Rule of Two method.
Module 1: Welcome & Fundamentals
Get oriented and master the foundational knowledge you need before diving into the shapes.
- Course overview and structure
- The two whole lessons (the foundation)
Modules 2-7: The Five Pentatonic Shapes
Master each of the 5 shapes individually, then learn the rock and blues licks that use them.
- Shape 1: The most common shape (fast learning foundation)
- Shape 5: 4 rock licks & 4 blues licks
- Shape 4: Sample licks, power moves, practice methods
- Shape 3: Blues & rock licks, vocabulary building
- Shape 2: Complete scale knowledge, lick library
Module 8: Connecting Patterns with the Rule of Two
The key module where it all comes together. Learn how to seamlessly connect all 5 shapes across the fretboard.
- The Rule of Two explained
- Connecting all 5 scale patterns
- Fluid movement across the entire neck
Modules 9-10: The Sliding Minor Pentatonic Scale
Unlock an incredibly versatile soloing tool with the sliding pentatonic patterns.
- 1st sliding shape and variations
- 2nd sliding shape with rock and blues licks
Modules 11-12: Mastery & Next Steps
Practice methods, exercises, and a roadmap for building on your newfound fretboard mastery.
- Advanced practice methods
- Exercises for true mastery
- Where to go from here
What Students Say
Players from around the world who've broken free from the pentatonic trap.
"This is the course that will change your playing. Just work through it step by step and you will be seriously grateful for the results."
Josh Mainwaring — New Zealand
"This course has been pivotal in helping me break out of restrictive patterns. It has helped me see the fretboard confidently and not feel stuck."
John M — UK
"Simple, constructive videos and accompanying notes. Inspires you to pick up the guitar and learn scales."
Andy King — UK
"This course is absolutely brilliant, just wish I'd seen it years ago. The step-by-step approach finally made the fretboard click for me."
Nathan P — UK
Before & After Minor Pentatonic Mastery
- 01 Stuck in one or two positions on the fretboard
- 02 Can't comfortably move around the neck
- 03 Playing the same licks in the same spots
- 04 Soloing feels limited and repetitive
- 01 Comfortable soloing anywhere on the neck
- 02 Fluid movement across all 5 shapes
- 03 Unlimited soloing possibilities and lick combinations
- 04 Real fretboard mastery and confidence
30,000+ Hours
of Teaching Experience
James Shipway
Guitarist, Teacher & Author of 17+ Guitar Books
I've taught thousands of guitarists how to master the pentatonic scale, and I've seen the same frustration repeatedly: "I know the shapes, but I can't move freely across the neck."
That gap — between knowing shapes and owning the fretboard — is exactly what Minor Pentatonic Mastery is designed to close. The "Rule of Two" method is the result of decades teaching and refining what actually works.
I'm the author of 17+ guitar books under the Headstock Books imprint, and everything I've learned about teaching is packed into this course: clarity, step-by-step structure, and practical results.
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- Scale diagrams, TAB & practice guides
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Course Details
Who is this course for?
Minor Pentatonic Mastery is for guitarists who know a few shapes and feel stuck in one or two positions. Perfect for intermediate players who want to break free and own the entire fretboard. Works for rock, blues, and any style that uses pentatonic scales.
Do I need to read music?
No. TAB and diagrams are included. The course is taught visually on the guitar, so you don't need to read standard notation.
How long does it take?
The lessons are about 1–2 hours total, but real learning happens through practice. Most players take 4–12 weeks working through it systematically, one module at a time. You can work at your own pace.
Can I access it forever?
Yes. One-time purchase means you own the course forever. New lessons and updates are added over time, and you get them all free.
What if I don't like it?
30-day money-back guarantee. Work through the course. If it's not right for you, full refund — no questions.
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