Truefire Andrea Quartarone's On Location Modal Pentatonics

The pentatonic scale is one of the most universal tools in a guitarist’s vocabulary, but it doesn’t have to sound predictable. By weaving in modal colors and new interval choices, you can completely reshape how your solos feel, flow, and connect harmonically.

In On Location: Modal Pentatonics, Andrea Quartarone shares his modern framework for expanding the pentatonic sound into a full modal system. Filmed on location in Italy, this course will help you discover how to blend familiar shapes with fresh modal flavors to create lines that sing with depth and sophistication.

“We’ll cover the Modal Pentatonic System, mode-specific pentatonic scales, and creative ways to connect these ideas across the fretboard,” says Andrea. “By the end of this course, you’ll have the tools to expand your improvisation and take your solos to new heights.”

You’ll explore:

Modal Pentatonic System structure and fretboard visualization
Ionian, Lydian, and Dorian applications for melodic freedom
Aeolian and Mixolydian phrasing ideas for expressive leads
Phrygian, Locrian, and Altered pentatonic colors for modern tone
Creative ways to connect modal shapes across the neck
Performance studies to apply every idea musically

With TrueFire’s learning tools including synced tab, slow-mo, looping, and fretboard animations, you’ll have everything you need to practice, explore, and master these sounds at your own pace.