What separates a technically solid saxophonist from one who truly speaks through the horn?
According to GRAMMY-nominated artist Rudresh Mahanthappa, part of the answer is how deeply you understand (and feel) the pentatonic scale.
In this inspiring segment from the tonebase course The Blues: From Beginner to Professional, Rudresh demonstrates how a simple five-note pattern becomes a powerful storytelling tool.
You’ll explore how to connect major and minor pentatonic shapes through the I–IV–V progression, use tone color to shape emotion, and find freedom in the spaces between notes.
Rather than memorizing patterns, this lesson helps you internalize the sound of the Blues — developing the instincts and confidence to improvise with meaning. It’s an empowering approach that reminds players at every level that mastery begins with connection: between ear, horn, and heart.
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