
In an improvisational setting we don’t need to distinguish between, say, a C Major Pentatonic and A Minor Pentatonic, as they share the same notes.

is an excellent scale to use if our goal is to let the client improvise melodically while we provide chordal accompaniment. The Pentatonic Scale, built on scale degrees 1, 2, 3, 5, and 6, in Major, or 1, b3, 4, 5, b7 in Minor.

How can we make our musical partner sound great?įirst let’s talk about the scale your client is using, the Pentatonic Scale. Let’s say you want to inspire confidence and strengthen your therapeutic relationship by having some fun with music. In the following, we will explore some ideas to create a stimulating and inspiring context for your client / your patient.

Imagine the following scenario: as the therapist, you have provided your client / your patient with a defined set of pitches, for instance a xylophone modified to contain the notes of the Pentatonic Scale.
