The 5 Soloing Boxes All the Pros Use + 🔥 Licks!

Learn the 5 Blues Boxes Every Pro Guitarist Uses!
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Hello friends,
One hallmark of a pro-level lead guitarist is the ability to navigate the fretboard and move confidently between soloing positions. After years of studying guitar legends like Hendrix, Clapton, and SRV, I came to realize that the vast majority of solos are being performed within 5 simple "boxes" that provide a beginner friendly roadmap across the fretboard. In today's session, we'll explore these must-know lead patterns, and master classic blues licks as we go. Let's get started!
0:00 - Introduction
2:19 - Em Blues Scale
5:22 - Upper Extension
9:15 - BB King Box
11:43 - Maj & Min Blues Scales
15:25 - Applying CAGED Concept
17:50 - How to Transpose
18:54 - Patreon Supporters
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[@johnallwood]

Out of the hundreds if not thousands of guitar teachers on KZbin , your lessons / tutorials are consistently head and shoulders above the vast majority in content and clarity . I’ve learned so much . Thank you

[@skanes17]

What a fantastic lesson! I've been playing for 20+ years and still found nuggets of goodness in here. So well structured and explained. I'll be saving this for my future self and students. Bravo!

[@swiftlessons]

Just saw this comment before turning in after a long day, and just want to say thanks so much for sharing some positive feedback and encouragement. Have an awesome night. -Rob

[@user-lv7qn4gw3g]

Simple, common sense, instruction earned you a sub my brother.

[@N3gativeR3FLUX]

BB box in the third position was what I was missing all these years. 😮 Thank you my man, very much appreciated. Some important light bulbs just lit up for me.

[@swiftlessons]

Hey that’s so good to hear, thanks for sharing and enjoy your progress!

[@FrankRizzo557]

If you are learning that the BB king box is the third position after playing for YEARS, then something is wrong and you need to take a step back. The various positions of the, in this case, pentatonic scales is paramount. Learn the positions of the pentatonic scales left, right, up, down and across......and then a new world will open up to you. I would say someone playing 6 months should already know that position. I didn't say that would sound great, that is what the lessons are for. But years not knowing this?

[@GrahamDennis-bj4ix]

it basically playing the notes that are in each barred chord anywhere on the neck depending on what key your in and very good advice in my opinion , after 30 years of being a rytm guitarist but wanting to play lead and make it scream and sing even though im hapy being guitar george knowing all the chords

[@francrivera]

love it, you are all out genius teacher and guitarist !!! much health ,love and happiness !!!😊😊😊😊

[@Fromthewithin]

Super useful as always. It is a pleasure to follow along.

[@jeffro.]

Wow, Rob. Thanks for this! I was just playing around today, trying to jam in I, IV, V chords (different ones), and trying to figure out how to remember the different positions. Then I got that text from you, telling me about this video! Talk about perfect timing! This is what I needed! Today, too! Thank you so much. I was obviously ready for it. Now I can improvise for any chord, in any key. I'll just have to practice a few times to find the chords more quickly. But, since I'm familiar with CAGED chords all over the neck, that won't be a problem. (And, the G shape is my favorite!) 👍 👌 😁

[@tonybaloney6656]

What a great lesson , tied all those loose ends together, taught so much in such a short time, totally appreciate you talent, thanks for sharing 🤙🏽

[@DaytonaShooter]

Thank you! One of the most useful lessons at my stage of playing I've come across. Such useful information to put to heart and experiment from. Thank you for speaking my language! ❤

[@chrissmart-nw3fv]

One of the best lessons I have watched, thanks very easy to follow & apply

[@bcrotty3]

! Excellent lesson. Thanks.

[@ronnieo6867]

Great job sir, can’t wait to check this out… 🎸

[@andrewkeoug185]

You lesson on D major completely opened a door for me…appreciate your time…

[@Jon-pk6hx]

Awesome teacher, I'm 65 and learning so much, you make it easy thank you.

[@jmoorecareers]

Very clear. Thank you!

[@sheareports9092]

I've been trying to solo in a 100 different methods and always get confused--thank you for this method--finally one that is doable for me, kudos, buddy.

[@johnmurphy3421]

This really is a great & informative lesson & so well explained . Thanks for that!!

[@swiftlessons]

Hey my pleasure John, I’m so glad you’re finding this useful. Thanks for taking the time to comment! -Rob

[@jasondelnicki5934]

Awesome lesson Rob, you have an amazing way about you, thanks for the inspiration..

[@swiftlessons]

Much appreciated Jason, and it’s my pleasure. Enjoy your practice, and let me know if you have any questions or suggestions for a follow up. Have fun! - Rob

[@UncleTuff]

Dig your lessons man. You got a nice energy.

[@bobbymauro3721]

This is pure gold! Wow! Thank you so very much dude! Peace out!

[@2696ize]

Great lesson

[@garymacdonald2549]

Great lesson! Never thought I'd hear myself saying "I'm a Swiftie", but now I am!

[@blutarsky4285]

Uno dei migliori video in assoluto, fantastico

[@fabientissier1218]

Very very good lesson thx a lot

[@DavidDotson-lo6rp]

Hi Rob, thanks for yet another great lesson. I will also add I really like the personal touch of a text message. Thankful for you. David

[@dennispope8299]

My sentiments exactly Rob! The text was a nice personal touch. Actually, you are spot on with my experience at this time. I can make some beautiful noise (Neil Diamond) but just need more for my musical toolbox. Thank you Rob!

[@willlodge5386]

Great licks to get under the fingers. Many thanks!

[@gergemall]

Many thanks ❤

[@jasoncrossley6260]

Ur a great teacher professor 😊

[@FrankRizzo557]

Although I agree with marrying of the chord shapes with the various licks, positions, etc..... I sincerely feel that an understanding of the various pentatonic scale positions is the way to go. Although scales were being pushed...The "extension" taught, early in the lesson, is not an extension; its the next position in the scale. That should be the take away. Just teach that and say you are using the lower end of the position. Only so much time in the day to write and I loved the lesson. Learn the scale position folks, learn how to move between them. That is the ticket!

[@shaikhishtiaq2159]

Thanks a lot sir

[@burgurgepayo4557]

Thank you bro for the marvelous teaching ❤.im from srilanka.

[@Ronskie66]

Coming through with another killer lesson that is so invaluable to us lesser mortals. Hail to the Maestro. I wish I was as good at guitar as I am at laying on the charm thicker than a big dollop of peanut butter.

[@swiftlessons]

Haha, thanks for the encouraging words Ron! Are you rocking a pink Stratocaster? I’ve always wanted one with a rosewood or ebony neck.

[@taylormade17]

thx 4 the text Rob, always look forward to one of my fav, if not favorite artist here😊

[@swiftlessons]

My pleasure Taylor, I’ve been meaning to send out resources via text for awhile. I’m thinking I might try to whip up practice schedules and exercise routines to share that way. Anyway, thanks so much for watching and sharing some feedback.

[@mikehogan2829]

thanks ❤

[@swiftlessons]

My pleasure Mike!

[@boatay...4615]

I want you to keep making teaching clips, teachers from Thailand.

[@marcoslima7796]

Muito bom.

[@aniyangeorge5110]

You are a good teacher only thing when you come to BB box you looks like BB

[@TurboGuitar_]

Hi Rob. As always, your lessons are wonderful, and your playing is a pleasure to listen to. I have a question. How can I send you a personal message about a new acoustic guitar product, without mentioning it on your channel. Thank you. Keep up the good work.

[@jaxone1259]

Being shown as Strings and frets instead of tab or added to it would make it a whole lot easier to remember. That's the first thing I did draw the notes out as they are on the fret board. .. this is almost impossible to remember anything being shown as tab. JMO. GREAT LESSON 👍 TOO NOTCH 👍. THANKS

[@StanislavRakovsky-ig6kn]

Marty S. and you are legends!

[@jeffro.]

Stanislov, Rob is a MUCH, much better player than Marty, and he can sing, too.

[@StanislavRakovsky-ig6kn]

Yes sir,there's no doubt about it,but they both taught me a lot,that's the point.Music is a gift not a competition."Ego"❤

[@sergio00251]

@@jeffro.Indeed

[@user-ix9qi8ik5q]

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[@swiftlessons]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting, it’s always so exciting to hear from international students of guitar. Enjoy your progress! -Rob

[@nicolen.9642]

That's what I'm working on. I know I'm limited. Thanks Rob for your lessons that open our blues playing road! 🎶🎶🎶

[@swiftlessons]

My pleasure Nicole! This will provide you with a bunch of great options for taking a solo. Even still, this is the foundation that I use for most of my solos, though I often build upon it with arpeggios, and a couple of other boxes or scales depending on the context. Have fun! -Rob

[@dawnkane5206]

I here a lot of. Garcia. Here

[@philipmaxwell3652]

Hi Rob, great lesson as usual, but I can’t get my head around how the e chord in the c position raps around the bb’s box, appreciate a bit of help. Cheers

[@swiftlessons]

Great question, the C shape overlaps with the major pentatonic scale in that position, which contains most of the notes found in the BBs box. At minimum, it serves as a place marker for memorizing the position of that box.

[@philipmaxwell3652]

@@swiftlessons got it, thanks for taking the time to reply

[@Bobi-ow6ou]

Great lesson I wished you used electric guitar for that

[@djsteviet8014]

Great lesson, but a question off topic. You seem to lay your fingers flat across the fretboard. Is this the correct way to play when soloing, as opposed to playing chords/rhythm guitar?

[@swiftlessons]

Generally less space is better, as you can use the underside of your fingers to block and mute the strings you’re not using, which prevents unwanted hum. This also facilitates string raking and percussive elements.

[@aniyangeorge5110]

Kirk hammet

[@erikkarancsi1661]

😎🤔

[@jamesnicholson9392]

JAMES SCOTT NICHOLSON,ONTARIO, CANADA 🇨🇦 THANKS 🙏 FOR THE LESSON ROB. I KNOW 90% OF MUSIC THEORY,AND THIS LESSON, BUT AS YOU KNOW,WE GET CAUGHT UP IN NEW THINGS, AND FORGET TO USE BASIC LEVEL PLAYING. HENCE =LESS IS MORE. I DO NOT MIND YOU SENDING ANYTHING. YOU CAN PLAY AROUND WITH OLD IDEAS, AND EMBELLISH YOUR TALENT TO TAKE SIMPLE,AND MAKE IT AWESOME. ♥️♥️✌️🇨🇦LEO♌️ THE SECOND HAND LION 🦁 🎸🙏🌎☮️🙏

[@dawnkane5206]

Hay how about a dead tune