This is how I started working on my ear, shifting where the half steps lie. Cool to see I tied into theory.

I learned all these scales, modes, triads, etc, but only started improvising well after working on my ear, and how intervals and patterns sound. Theory is great for telling someone else what you did, but it isn't great for doing it. If you can't hear chord changes, you don't have much chance to add your solo voice to what's happening. You address this in the video, and it just takes years of playing while listening. I think excercises without some reference, like a song or loop, suck. I would just play whatever over a song I knew well, and listened for what sounded good to me. You start to find little bits you can use. Figuring out solos you like by ear also helps you find little bits to steal.

YOU PLAYED FOR 30 YEARS BEFORE LEARNING THE NOTES?! MY GOODNESS....

“Cheating” is memorizing 2 concepts: (1) learn “stock” arpeggio pattern for any key in at least 3 spots (1-3-5 of chord on E strings) and 2) memorize where the 2 and 6 fit in each of those 3 arpeggio shapes. Then (3) bend the 2 or 6 either half or whole tone to fit what you want (flat 3rd, maj 3rd, flat 7th or tone and a half to the 1) - remembering the first note you want to set the “mode”. Blues players change up major/minor easily that way. Not perfect but many do it.

Thank you, very informative.

thanks for this video. I have always struggled trying to understand this but you seemed to have helped me understand it a little better. Gonna have to do research on why is there no flats or sharps in between B and C and E and F?

Thank you so much. It's a lot to remember.

You really helped me understanding the modes and seeing them on the fretboard...can´t thank you enough!

This actually requires a little work. Like all good science it calls for some diligence on the learner's part. But like all brilliant ideas it's elegance is in it's simplicity once you figure it out. I've also watched a few of the other FS videos. Judging by what I've seen on KZbin, most guitarists who have played for more than a couple weeks want to figure out how the instrument works. Fret Science is the best way I've found to do that.

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Thankyou so much for excellent presentation

I appreciate the detail you’ve put into this and how you’ve broken it down, but I can’t get over your upside down fretboard chart. It’s the same way on your printed material as well. If you’re holding a guitar it makes it very difficult to follow. My guitar teacher always charted things out with E as the top string and A, D, G, B, E under that, so if the rest of the videos are like that, sorry, I have to pass.

I'm really liking this channel. Thanks bud.

Very well explained 🙏 my brain usually turns to mush regarding music theory 😅

Ooof, here I am watching this in 2024 wondering if I was the bass player who asked him "what chord is that" back in about 2013... Keep up the great videos, Keith!

hi FS, i’m a literal beginner(just learned the basic major and minor chords) and stumbled upon your channel. i was curious to know if i should learn something else before hand or just dive into your playlist and dedicate time to understanding the content of this playlist? i’m in no rush to learn my favorite songs and would much rather understand the guitar i’m holding in my hands first and then play to my hearts content. ty!

hi FS, i’m a literal beginner(just learned the basic major and minor chords) and stumbled upon your channel. i was curious to know if i should learn something else before hand or just dive into your playlist and dedicate time to understanding the content of this playlist? i’m in no rush to learn my favorite songs and would much rather understand the guitar i’m holding in my hands first and then play to my hearts content. ty!

FINALLY! A KZbin video that actually helps understand and navigate the fretboard. The rectangle and stack with the locations of the root notes have unlocked the fretboard for me. Thank you!

10:10 most useful and easiest

i had a friend show the guitar to me years ago but wanna start over because he didnt teach,,,, where do i start??????

I just want to play.I don't wanna learn stupid fng dick geometry

I would not want to totally brown-nose here, but this analysis blows my mind so hard ... most of the information is still above my level, but I hope one day I'll be able to digest it and use it so I can become a better soloist. Thank you, Fret Science for posting this breakdown. David Gilmour's solos are one of the reasons I picked up a guitar to learn it, back in the day.

This is your second mind-blowing video that I've seen. Now I can put the circle of fifths (4ths) to good use. Excellent explantation for understanding the fretboard. Subscribed.

As a a math-cs student, this way of thinking about it is SOOO insightful. I feel like I've decoded it.

Good vid

beautiful, love this

Keep Doing This Good Work!

Thank you for sharing this video clip, i could grasp pretty fast of its contents expounded and how to figure out different positions and notes on the guitar. Which is very useful; as I do have a very good mathematical background, which enabled me to comprehend the valuable essence of it. Excellent video!

This is seriously one of THE BEST guitar tutorial videos on KZbin. It answers a lot of the "why"s I had in other videos. Thank you!

@fretscience Very good Video. Please where can I find the Video you mention at 7:52 regarding the step between G and B string?

🙏🏾

great info, thanks a ton!

No magic, but it really helps to know/use the "Circle of Fifths." Wherever you are on the fretboard, you can go instantly (or identify) any other fingering/interval.

Hold on, there's an extra pick-up on that tele!!

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*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience 🎸🧪🤘

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience 🎸🧪🤘

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience 🎸🧪🤘

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience 🎸🧪🤘

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience 🎸🧪🤘

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience 🎸🧪🤘

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience 🎸🧪🤘

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience 🎸🧪🤘

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience 🎸🧪🤘

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on KZbin. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: kzbin.info/aero/PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at buymeacoffee.com/fretscience

Awesome content, I like your style and approach. Bought the PDFs for reference and to support you!

Also helpful nemonic for circle of fourths; Battle Ends And Down Goes Charleses Father. Or backwards for circle of fifths Father Charles Goes Down And Ends Battle. Lots of learning in such a short time. I reviewed it 3 times!