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CAGED Pentatonics Made Easy

CAGED Pentatonics Made Easy

Need to understand how CAGED shapes and pentatonics work together? Gabriel Bergman breaks down exactly where the shapes land on the fretboard and why mixing major and minor sounds can unlock your playing.

Regardless of your preferred style—be it rock, jazz, blues, country, or beyond—the CAGED system serves as a versatile tool. In blues, leverage the system to navigate through dominant seventh chords and blues scales. In jazz, use it to seamlessly connect chord voicings and arpeggios. For rock and metal, explore the system to create dynamic chord progressions and shred-worthy scale patterns. The CAGED system's adaptability makes it a valuable asset for improvisation, composition, and overall musical expression.

To make the CAGED system work across various styles, begin by mastering the five foundational chord shapes. Understand the relationships between these shapes and how they connect across the fretboard. This knowledge allows you to effortlessly switch between chords and scales, unlocking creative possibilities in any musical genre.

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