Originally Posted by: Poppa JI'm really stuck in the Pentatonic mode
and can't seem to get out of it and I'm frustrated that I can't get beyond that mode so if anyone can help me, I would really appreciate it.
You might want to go through the Core Learning System to get a solid foundation.
http://www.guitartricks.com/corelearningsystem.php
Do GF 1 & 2, then pick a style. :)
These tutorials will show you the diatonic scales & how to use the pentatonic boxes as a tool to view & play them.
Pentatonic Scales: Boxes & Frameworks
http://www.guitartricks.com/tutorial.php?input=296
Major Scale Patterns & Positions
http://www.guitartricks.com/tutorial.php?input=453
Minor Scale Patterns & Positions
http://www.guitartricks.com/tutorial.php?input=887
If you are just wondering how to get past pentatonic, then have a look at these lessons that use the pentatonic scale but add in diatonic notes for more flavor.
Major Notes In Minor Pentatonic Series 1
http://www.guitartricks.com/tutorial.php?input=217
Major Notes In Minor Pentatonic Series 2
http://www.guitartricks.com/tutorial.php?input=232
Major Notes In Minor Pentatonic Series 3
http://www.guitartricks.com/tutorial.php?input=826
Major Notes In Minor Pentatonic Series 4
http://www.guitartricks.com/tutorial.php?input=244
Give those a try. If you want something else, please ask! Have fun. :)
