C♯ major pentatonic scale (guitar)
The C♯ major pentatonic scale shown across the whole guitar neck. Its notes areC♯ – D♯ – E♯ – G♯ – A♯ — the filled dots are the root. Free to print or download below.
How to play the C♯ major pentatonic scale
- Find the root notes. The filled dots are the root note (C♯); the open dots are the other scale notes. Start and end on a root to hear the C♯ major pentatonic sound.
- Play it across the neck. The diagram shows every C♯ major pentatonic note from the open strings up to the 15th fret, so you can play the scale in any position.
- Use it to solo. Once the shape is under your fingers, improvise over backing chords in C♯, always resolving to a root note.
Notes in the C♯ major pentatonic scale
The C♯ major pentatonic scale is a five-note scale that sounds sweet and open over major chords — a staple of country, pop and folk lead playing. Its notes are C♯ – D♯ – E♯ – G♯ – A♯.
C♯ major pentatonic scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the C♯ major pentatonic scale?
The C♯ major pentatonic scale contains the notes C♯ – D♯ – E♯ – G♯ – A♯.
What is the C♯ major pentatonic scale used for?
It is a five-note scale that sounds sweet and open over major chords — a staple of country, pop and folk lead playing.
Is the C♯ major pentatonic scale diagram free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.