Guitar Lessons - The CAGED System

Unlock the Secrets of the Fretboard with the CAGED System

Want to truly master the guitar? Gain a deeper understanding of your instrument with the powerful CAGED system. This course reveals the logical structure of the guitar fretboard, transforming how you play chords, scales, and arpeggios.

What is the CAGED System?

The CAGED system provides a framework for visualizing the entire fretboard. It connects the five basic open chords – C, A, G, E, and D – to create a map of the fretboard. Understanding this system unlocks incredible possibilities for improvisation and composition. You'll be able to navigate the fretboard with confidence, see relationships between chords and scales, and understand the inherent logic of the guitar.

Course Highlights:

• Master Chord & Scale Relationships: Learn how Major and Minor Pentatonic scales logically connect with the CAGED system.
• Practical Application: Apply your new knowledge to real-world musical scenarios. We'll analyze standard chord progressions and explore how guitar pros utilize the CAGED system in their playing.
• Elevate Your Soloing: Develop captivating solos by combining the CAGED system with pentatonic scales. Practice with professional backing tracks designed to enhance your soloing skills.

What You'll Learn:

This course is structured into four comprehensive sections:

• Section 1: Introduction to the CAGED System: Get a clear overview of the CAGED system and explore various chord forms and techniques. Includes 5 backing tracks for practicing chord shapes.
• Section 2: Pentatonic Scales & CAGED Integration: Dive into Major and Minor Pentatonic scales and discover how to seamlessly integrate them with the CAGED system.
• Section 3: Applying CAGED & Pentatonics: Practical exercises combining the concepts learned in the previous sections.
• Section 4: Extended Chords with CAGED: Learn to play Major7th, Minor7th, and Dominant7th chords using the CAGED system. Practice with additional backing tracks featuring chord progressions utilizing these extended chords.

By the end of this course, you will:

• Possess a solid working knowledge of the CAGED system.
• Develop a significantly enhanced understanding of the guitar fretboard.
• Confidently apply pentatonic scales over various chord forms.
• Improve your improvisational skills and soloing abilities.