A♭ major pentatonic scale (piano)
The A♭ major pentatonic scale shown on the keyboard. Its notes areA♭ – B♭ – C – E♭ – F. Free to print or download below.
How to play the A♭ major pentatonic scale
- Find the root note. Start on A♭. The shaded keys show the A♭ major pentatonic scale ascending from the root up to the next A♭ an octave higher.
- Play it hands separately. Play the scale slowly up and down with each hand on its own first, naming each note (A♭ – B♭ – C – E♭ – F), before putting hands together.
- Keep an even tempo. Aim for smooth, even notes. The A♭ major pentatonic scale is the foundation for improvising and for the chords built in A♭.
Notes in the A♭ major pentatonic scale
The A♭ major pentatonic scale is a five-note scale that sounds sweet and open — a staple of pop, country and folk. Its notes are A♭ – B♭ – C – E♭ – F.
A♭ major pentatonic scale — frequently asked questions
What notes are in the A♭ major pentatonic scale?
The A♭ major pentatonic scale contains the notes A♭ – B♭ – C – E♭ – F.
What is the A♭ major pentatonic scale used for?
It is a five-note scale that sounds sweet and open — a staple of pop, country and folk.
Is the A♭ major pentatonic piano scale free to print?
Yes — print it or download the PDF or PNG for free, with no account or sign-up.