Volume 20 Lessons
In this volume we will study some different approaches to finding your way around the fret board. We will continue our study of the Pentatonic shapes, learn about finding arpeggios on one string, and study the CAGED system and how they relate to the modes and scale shapes. Legato and pedal tones are also discussed.
The Pentatonic Box Fingerings
In this lesson we will cover the 3 remaining pentatonic box shape fingerings. These shapes can be applied to pentatonic minor or major depending on where you start and the root notes you choose.
Applying the Pentatonic Boxes to Minor
In this lesson we will learn some example licks in pentatonic minor using the pentatonic box shapes.
Applying the Pentatonic Boxes to Major
In this lesson we will learn some example licks in pentatonic major using the pentatonic box shapes.
The CAGED System
In this lesson we will study the CAGED system, a method that organizes the fretboard into five zones using five familiar chord shapes. The patterns can be applied to chord shapes, scales, and arpeggios.
Related the CAGED system to Modes
In this lesson we will study how the CAGED system relates to the Mode fingerings.
Single String Harmonizing
In this lesson we will learn how to build triad chords of the major scale on one string.
Legato Exercises
In this lesson we will learn about Legato and several legato finger exercises. Legato indicates that musical notes are played smoothly and connected. The player transitions from note to note with no intervening silence.
Pedal Tones
In this lesson we will learn about pedal tones and present a few examples.
Combining Legato and Pedal Tones
In this lesson we will learn a few ways to incorporate both legato and pedal tone techniques into a few licks and exercises.
Daily Scale and Mode Workout
In this lesson we will discuss how to practice your scales and modes on a daily basis