The scale of G is slightly more difficult than the scale of D. You will notice though that the pattern is the same. It is only because of where the scale starts on the banjo that it is more difficult. It starts with the little finger placed on the 5th fret on the D string . This scale is played using 3 strings of the banjo. The notes A B C and D are on the A string. E F# and G are on the E string. Be sure to play C natural (second finger) and not C#. 10 Ban G Scale Búachaill ón Érin This again is the air of a lovely song. Watch the little finger as it holds the G note and lets it ring out while the A string is played.