Blues and Pentatonics - Part II

The CAGED system is the answer to finding chords and scales anywhere on the fretboard. Using the five open shapes C, A, G, E, and D, the guitarist can take the first step in playing any chord and soloing in each of the five positions which cover the entire fretboard. In this lesson, which is a second part in a series on blues and pentatonics, we are going to take a step-by-step approach to playing every position of the pentatonic scale in every key. First, we assign scale degrees to the notes in the positions. Second, an in-depth discussion on playing each of the five barre chord shapes and the general method behind finding where they are on the fretboard. Next, is a discussion on how to play the scale and visualize it within the chord shape. Each of the five positions is given a name which makes them easier to remember, along with tips on how to use each position. We are also going to explore the five possibilities of changing between the three chords of the twelve bar blues in the same position. If you've ever wondered how the CAGED system works and how to apply it, this is the lesson for you. 7 pages of written materials including fretboard diagrams and TAB come with this class. View a clip from this class