Whole Tone 3-Octave Pattern

Today we will examine a pattern derived from the 2 whole tone scales. This pattern which spans the range of 3 octaves will make a great addition to your improvisation technique. It begins with the whole tone scale on F (F-G-A-B-C#-D#) also known as the B whole tone scale. Bring your attention to the fingerings and shifts. Strict alternate picking is used.

Next the whole tone pattern is played in complete retrograde but now using the whole tone scale beginning on C (C-D-E-F#-G#-A#) also known as the C whole tone scale.

And when we combine the ascending and descending patterns we have the final result.

Have fun and enjoy!