In this lesson we tackle the “A shape” of the CAGED system; its correlating major chord, arpeggio, pentatonic & major scales.

In this lesson we tackle the parent shape of the CAGED system; its correlating major chord, arpeggio, pentatonic & major scales.

In this lesson we introduce you to the CAGED system.

In this lesson we show some simple Pentatonic picking exercises.

In this lesson we introduce you to the C Major chord family; C Dm Em F G Am & Bdim.

In this lesson we introduce you to the Holy Grail of rock soloing – the Pentatonic scale.

In this lesson we show you how to play some of most common strumming patterns you will run across in popular songs.

In this lesson we introduce the Power Chord and concentrate on the right hand technique called Palm Muting.

In this lesson, we lengthen our pattern and show you how to put five chords together.

In this lesson we add the C Major chord to our repertoire.

In this lesson we add Dm & E7 with new strumming patterns.

In this lesson we introduce you to the D Major Chord and the A Major Chord.

In this lesson we introduce you to two more chords – E & Am, and delve into more intricate strumming patterns.

In this lesson, we introduce you to your first chords – Em & G, and show you some simple strumming patterns.

In this lesson, we’ll get you started with simple strumming patterns and introduce you to the “Tik Tok” motion.

Six notes in a simple pattern that will get you started soloing.

A look at the notes that make up a Major scale in the key of C. (C D E F G A B)

In this lesson, we explain how the Major triad is constructed from a Major scale.

Our first look at how to build a Major scale.

An explanation of how the guitar fretboard is setup in relationship to the chromatic scale.

Simple tab reading to get you started.

In this lesson, we show you the proper technique for holding the pick.

Let me just say that this is the way that MOST great guitar players, (including Syn), hold the pick. However – I held the pick “wrong” for 40 years and still managed to play guitar for a living. I started working on holding the pick the right way about 3 years ago, and when I do – I still play at about 70% of my ability. It’s a daily battle for me.
So I would say, if you are a beginner or intermediate – by all means – work on holding the pick this way.
If you are an advanced player and hold the pick differently – you’ll have to decide if it’s worth the effort and sacrifice.
I believe that the ends justify the means. However you can play great – do that.

I will add one last point – if you’re not confused enough already. And that is: A great deal of Syn’s sound, smoothness, tone, speed & fluidity is due to the fact that he holds the pick the way I show you in this video.

In this lesson, we explain how to tune your guitar to the standard A440 pitch.

In this lesson, we explain correct posture, the proper way to hold the guitar, as well as correct right and left hand placement.

In this video, we explain how the electric guitar works as well as explaining each individual part and its function.