One of the best ways to sound like a pro is to add the intervals of the 6th technique to your playing. The best way I know to understand this technique is to make the connection between the shapes of the chords you already know and then isolate the sixth intervals. After that, you can use the CAGED System to connect to other chord shapes and spread this amazing technique throughout the fretboard of your guitar. 

The intervals of the 6th technique, also known as sixths, create a smooth and sophisticated sound in your playing. By mastering this technique, you'll be able to play harmonized melodies, create lush chord voicing, and add a professional touch to your improvisations. Sixths are incredibly versatile and can be used in a variety of musical styles, making them a valuable tool for any guitarist.   

Incorporating this technique into your playing will not only enhance your sound, but also boost your confidence and open up new creative possibilities on the...

Struggling to memorize the notes on your guitar fretboard? Can't instantly name notes on the fretboard? You're not alone. Many guitarists struggle with this essential skill, hindering their playing and understanding of the instrument.

Don't worry, we've got you covered! This video reveals a simple and easy way to memorize every note on the guitar fretboard. This fretboard memorization trick is designed to help you quickly and easily identify any note, no matter where you are on the neck.

Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned player, this technique will elevate your playing and understanding of the guitar. By the end of the video, you'll have a solid foundation for naming every note on the fretboard, allowing you to play with more confidence and creativity.

So, what are you waiting for? Grab your guitar and join us as we walk you through our step-by-step process for memorizing the fretboard notes.

By the video's end, you'll confidently name every note on the fretboard and...

There’s a simple and practical way to make your rhythm guitar playing more interesting. Instead of just playing straight chords, you can add movement by incorporating double stops from your chords.

In each of the simple chord shapes you play, you can easily connect to double stops. This will make your rhythm guitar playing much richer and more enjoyable.

This is an intermediate guitar lesson.

One of the toughest tasks for guitarists is memorizing the fretboard notes. Unlike the piano, it lacks a clear visual layout. But fear not! In this video, I'll show you a simple method to tackle this challenge head-on. We'll break down the fretboard, and soon you'll be navigating it like a pro, opening up endless musical opportunities. Let's dive in and conquer the fretboard together! You’ll learn the ultimate method for learning the notes on guitar.

Want to seamlessly transition between the Pentatonic and Minor scales? This practical technique will have you playing like a pro in no time.

With this simple approach, you'll be able to effortlessly switch between these two essential scales, adding depth and versatility to your playing. Impress your friends and elevate your musicality with this powerful technique.

In a recent video, I posted a lesson on the CAGED system, and a viewer commented that it was the first time he had been able to understand the system, even though he is over 40.

The CAGED system is a way to learn the guitar fretboard by visualizing five open chord shapes (C, A, G, E, and D) and their movable counterparts up and down the neck. This system can be very helpful for understanding how to play chords, scales, and arpeggios all over the fretboard.

Some people believe that learning the CAGED system is a shortcut to mastering the guitar fretboard. While this is not entirely true, the CAGED system can be a valuable tool for guitarists of all ages and skill levels.

**Why the CAGED System is Great for Over-40 Guitarists**

One of the best things about the CAGED system is that it is very visual. This can be especially helpful for over-40 guitarists, who may have difficulty memorizing complex fretboard patterns.

Another great thing about the CAGED system is that it is very...

 The sixth interval is one of the coolest and warmest sounds to explore on the guitar. You've gotta have the skill to work with the Interval of Sixth if you're a lead guitarist.

The tricky part is figuring out how to find and use it in your playing. That's exactly what I'm going to help you with in this lesson.

I'll show you how to spot the sixth interval using just two basic chord shapes. You'll not only get the theory behind it but also start rocking out with this awesome tool right away!

Everyone who wants to solo on the guitar learns the 'most famous of all' scale shapes: the minor pentatonic shape. It's a great scale because it sounds fantastic, is easy to play, and allows you to sound like you're improvising right away. What many people do not know is how to progress beyond the first shape they learn.

There is a very simple technique that can take your solos to the next level: the Octave technique. The guitar is built in such a way that whatever you play in one octave, you can easily reproduce in a higher or lower octave, almost in the exact same way.

Learn this concept, and you'll have endless possibilities for your guitar playing right at your fingertips.

Have you ever wondered how to connect the chords with scales and pentatonics? How to connect chords, scales and pentatonic all together and at the same time, at once? When we learn these things, we learn them all as separate things, disconnected to one another. And to be able to visualize and connect these things may take you many years.

However, in this video you will be able to shortcut the process. I’ll show you how you can have the cords connected to the scales and pentatonic all together.

This is more than just a theory about it. You will be able to start using this knowledge right away. This is one of the main things every lead guitarist needs to know to be able to lead like a pro.

I know you want to be a better lead guitar player... me to! The technique you'll learn on this video can do that to you: take you to the next level of lead playing. Just do this ever day when you pick up your guitar.  

The ability to connect the chords and the scales is one the best ways to sound more melodic and creative. It will increase your confidence especially when it comes to picking the right notes to solo.  

This is part 2 of this lesson. This is a beginner-intermediate solo improvising guitar lesson.