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  • Опубликовано: 8 фев 2022
  • I'll be adding this to an upcoming CAGED System course on ActiveMelody over the weekend, but wanted to put this out on RUclips for anyone interested in getting started with the CAGED System.
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  • @iamthekwan
    @iamthekwan 9 месяцев назад +37

    [0:00] - Introduction
    [0:38] - The Origin of CAGED
    [1:57] - The Challenge of Transitioning
    [3:02] - Prerequisite: Know the Chord Shapes
    [4:20] - Focus on Two Main Chord Shapes
    [6:16] - Exploring the E Shape
    [9:04] - Using Note Names for Positioning
    [10:54] - Utilizing the A Shape
    [13:11] - Applying CAGED to Play a Song
    [15:56] - Incorporating the C Shape
    [17:46] - Connecting Chords with G Shape
    [19:40] - Conclusion

  • @diamondminer9263
    @diamondminer9263 2 года назад +279

    I am a student guitar player at age 72, after two years of trying this guy's techniques and that guy's techniques on RUclips, I have to admit "Active Melody" learning system is TOP SHELF!!! And this video, is a WEALTH of information, THANKS MAN !!!!

    • @NeilBoltonRSPL
      @NeilBoltonRSPL Год назад +28

      You’re way older than me - I’m a 71 year old beginner. 😂 Yeah, I understand this. Good teaching.

    • @CaperJake
      @CaperJake Год назад +18

      And you're both older than I am - 70- but Brian is the best teacher and the sessions are so well laid out . Pickin' and grinnin' like a youngster! even pulled my electric Washburn HB 35 out of its spider-web covered case and have been playing it regularly now.

    • @johnoneal1234
      @johnoneal1234 Год назад +3

      @@CaperJake I could have bought an old Washburn at Guitar Center for fifty bucks, and I passed it up. Still kicking myself.
      How do you like yours? Is it old? The one I passed up looked like it could have been from the fifties.
      Played nice too. I don't know why I didn't grab it.

    • @CaperJake
      @CaperJake Год назад +1

      @@johnoneal1234 I bought it off the original owner (it's an '82) in about 1988. It had a fretboard intonation issue that the manufacturer repaired for me (!) after two experts could not resolve the issue (long story). Perfect now. I mostly left it in the case for about 30 years while I played my '66 Guild and later my Martin HD28 acoustics. Now that I have learned the pentatonic scales and can improvise some pretty impressive (to me) licks, I love playing it. I have it out permanently on a stand next to my 30 watt amp and play it daily. Great sound options between the amp settings and the pickup options. Slick fretboard. Not to mention that in black cherry, it's a stunner to look at.

    • @charliemurrell902
      @charliemurrell902 Год назад

      @@NeilBoltonRSPL p

  • @carlosencarnacion9667
    @carlosencarnacion9667 Месяц назад +3

    Bookmarked! At age 69 I have been on and off, trying to learn beyond the basic chords since age 15. This is it! This is beyond the bar chords and the first fret chords. Like unzipping a compressed file. Thank you.

  • @jeffdeluca1153
    @jeffdeluca1153 5 месяцев назад +25

    Omg! I'm 67 years old and very dense. You have made me see this... finally! Omg! I've struggled. Too many RUclips-ers confusing this simple concept. Did I say Omg!

    • @homeofcreation
      @homeofcreation 17 дней назад

      You are so right about that! RUclips can be a blessing but you have to get through the maze first.

  • @zazoomatt
    @zazoomatt 2 года назад +17

    Spent 2 years learning the Notes from my stroke doctor said I could never learn this or anything. Hell bent I stumbled on this video. Lifer now Thank you so much !

  • @dakotastrout1733
    @dakotastrout1733 Месяц назад +4

    Holy hell man, you've done it!
    You have distilled everything that was jumbled in my head that I've learned over the years and made it a comprehensive easily digestible lesson!

  • @dojooj
    @dojooj Год назад +85

    Best lesson for CAGED system. I was trying to play the C and G shapes up the fretboard and it was so hard to do the fingering. No other RUclips teacher I’ve seen ever said differently. Best advice I’ve heard for the C and G shape is “no one plays it that way”! Thank you!!

    • @richardrieman5316
      @richardrieman5316 Год назад +3

      Agree. I tried watching others on how to understand cage and didn’t get the concept

  • @1976ClassicCelica
    @1976ClassicCelica 4 месяца назад +9

    One of the easiest explanations of the CAGED system I've seen. Really opened my eyes on chord progressions and ties what I know of the pentatonic scale.

  • @ronaldskirdlant8327
    @ronaldskirdlant8327 Год назад +9

    I've been playing for 45 years, I've learned so much about why and what I've been doing from you, I am very thankful, today's lesson was no exception. And the way you explain things is the reason for this, bless you and please keep up the good work shops you share. Thank You very much for your patience and sharing your wisdom.

  • @RealPeterGunn
    @RealPeterGunn Год назад +53

    I too am a student guitar player at age 63. I used to play back in my twenties and then life got in the way. I picked up the guitar again on the advice of my shrink. It's a wonderful way to deal with life threatening depression. This man's method is right in line with the way I learn best. Thank You for helping me and May God Bless!!

    • @dwaynelasater2350
      @dwaynelasater2350 Год назад +4

      You sound like me Peter. I am also 63 and used to play back in my twenties. Now I am a begginer starting all over again because I have more time now, but not because of depression. Take Care.

    • @RealPeterGunn
      @RealPeterGunn Год назад +10

      @@dwaynelasater2350 Dwayne, bringing the guitar back into my life has been wonderful. Learning in a more formal manner has made more of a difference than I thought it would. Between the guitar, meds and counseling I am able to see myself to the next day. Everyday is a new experience in this depression but I am here today. I hope you find the reunion with your guitar as incredible as I have. God Bless my friend..

    • @jimdep6542
      @jimdep6542 10 месяцев назад +4

      @@RealPeterGunn It's true that learning to play music on any instrument that you like can see you to the next day. We need something to look forward to. Playing music can take you to good places in your mind, even if you don't physically like where you presently are. I know that feeling well. God bless.

    • @emuoboodje4243
      @emuoboodje4243 8 месяцев назад +4

      ❤, perfect for me but I am 60 years old and that is the only difference between the two of us, you and me.. I salute you for the absolute and complete truism. Life would have been a killing bore without my playing the guitar. Played in my university days in the 80s, life got in the way and never played again until early 90s I picked it up again and I am a sociologist and Attorney and I play better like never before. My guitar is the best company, it suits spasms of depressive psychosis. Cheers

    • @RealPeterGunn
      @RealPeterGunn 8 месяцев назад

      You comprehend my plight as I understand yours. Seeking out strength to survive daily is no easy chore but the guitar is a close and personal mate that makes this possible. From now until February is the worst period of time for me. I pray you continue on an incredible guitar journey. May God Bless!!@@emuoboodje4243

  • @anthonyclayton1615
    @anthonyclayton1615 5 месяцев назад +3

    Mind… blown! After 40 years of struggling with learning and forgetting chords you just changed the way I see the guitar forever. I’ll be on this channel a lot from now on.

  • @brianlarson1077
    @brianlarson1077 Год назад +16

    One of the absolute best beginner CAGED videos I have seen so far! Thank you!

  • @TroodosPoolGuy
    @TroodosPoolGuy 2 года назад +5

    So glad you said, "well you can play it like this, but this way is easier"!

  • @davidonion4150
    @davidonion4150 2 года назад +3

    This helped me understand the CAGED system at last. 55 years old and this open up the neck for me. Thank you. thank you. thank you.

  • @martinpouyat3394
    @martinpouyat3394 20 дней назад

    Hi Brian, this is the best caged system explanation I've seen so far!!! It was a mystery to me till now. Thank you so much!!!!

  • @Kay-fs6vh
    @Kay-fs6vh Год назад +20

    SO simple. You're an amazing teacher. Thank you so much for making this available to us!!

  • @upuiaropati6839
    @upuiaropati6839 Год назад +5

    I am so thankful for this guy’s guitar lessons as they help me understand more about the nature of chords on the fret board. You’re a real gifted guitarist Sir and I appreciate it very much . Thanks a lot.

  • @richardhanney7950
    @richardhanney7950 2 года назад +11

    Incredible, im 15 minutes in and so far everything has made perfect sense, and I can honestly say its not often that happens! Good work teacher 👏

  • @Luislazarosolana
    @Luislazarosolana 2 года назад +2

    This is the BEST CAGED video I have seen ever! How different positions are related to the others is really useful. Thanks

  • @mastergreens5785
    @mastergreens5785 2 года назад +11

    A lot of tutorials on youtube i guess i viewed a handful of them but your style of teaching made me connect the dots and i now realized i was doing the same thing without knowing it. I now fully understand the caged system. You are a great teacher thanks

  • @Samson163
    @Samson163 2 года назад +5

    Got to be the best video out there on the CAGED system. Thank you so much for all your videos! You're an excellent teacher

  • @jackgriffith9229
    @jackgriffith9229 Год назад +2

    Musicians,
    Did you just watch and listen to this post? You did ? Excellent! Now go back and listen carefully and watch it yet again! This is the good stuff!
    Enjoy!

  • @pieterhendriks3086
    @pieterhendriks3086 Месяц назад +1

    All the other tutors were simply rubbish. The lights came on from the get go after so many years of confusion. Thank you very much.

  • @nacholens3228
    @nacholens3228 4 месяца назад +2

    Wow!! You just opened my mind totally
    I have been a beginner with the basic cords in the first position for over 30 years
    First time I see this so clearly
    Thanks !!!

  • @stevesmith8042
    @stevesmith8042 11 месяцев назад

    Been through several teachers over the years and this is THE BEST explanation and lesson I’ve ever seen, so easy to understand the way you explain it, thank you Sir

  • @johncharal1698
    @johncharal1698 2 года назад +16

    Great explanation, Brian, such a great place for beginners to start expanding. I always like to add that, for a given chord, all the CAGED shapes link from root to root. That's great way to see the entire fret board and locate all the root notes. It's just one more way to integrate fret board knowledge.

  • @bahiyehpatio6373
    @bahiyehpatio6373 Год назад +4

    I have been watching guitar lesson videos for over a year, you are the best guitar teacher by far. Wish I had find your videos earlier. Thank you for your time, very helpful.

    • @conradmiller5735
      @conradmiller5735 Год назад +1

      YES! Jesus Christ maaan! I wished I had just looked for comments like these under videos to know good teachers. Instead of wasting so much time.
      This guy teaches so simply and clearly. Others are good but they forget what it is like to be a beginner. He gives the WHY and the HOW.
      Now I see that so many comments said the same thing here. It was like a flag but a good flag. Opposite of red flag. 😄

    • @nomadptgalexandrecarvalho2133
      @nomadptgalexandrecarvalho2133 Год назад

      Check Steve Stine Guitarzoom,thank me later.

  • @MartinezRBA
    @MartinezRBA Год назад +11

    E shape: 2:38
    A shape: 7:10
    C shape: 14:31
    G shape: 17:07
    D shape: 22:09

  • @ambu6478
    @ambu6478 Год назад +3

    I've tried to learn the CAGED system with very little luck, and have watched several instructional videos, but most of them left me confused. This video is the best I've found so far! Thanks!!

  • @HenryDarr
    @HenryDarr Год назад

    Sometimes we get a teacher that resonates on another level 💯
    And you Sir are that Dude !
    Thank you so much 🙏🏽

  • @NDFlyFisher
    @NDFlyFisher 2 года назад +1

    This is the most clear explanation of CAGED I have ever seen. Thanks!

  • @lbrobinson4359
    @lbrobinson4359 Год назад +1

    This is the best lesson I have seen on the caged system, I am in my 80's and still learning, thank you!

  • @robjejenk
    @robjejenk Год назад

    You are the first person I've ever known who taught this well. Very easy to understand and visualize. Thanks.

  • @lvincentg
    @lvincentg Год назад +1

    This is the best description I have seen yet for CAGED! Very well done 👍

  • @neilh4729
    @neilh4729 2 года назад +5

    Like others have commented, I think this is the best explanation of the CAGED system that I've seen. Really useful.

  • @gussemke
    @gussemke 9 месяцев назад

    This is the most accessible Caged video i found. Clear, no nonsense, just the material. Most other videos ive found just go on about everything, but not the system its based upon! Thanks for this, made it more clear! This vid clicked

  • @stevefielding8324
    @stevefielding8324 2 года назад +40

    Thank you so very much Brian! I honesty believe this is the best explanation and demonstration of caged chords out there. Your teaching is exceptional!

    • @Kanfutizer
      @Kanfutizer Год назад +1

      After watching a few I think so too! This is very well explained.

  • @davidthomas1327
    @davidthomas1327 2 года назад +1

    Been playing for a year and this is the best lesson. Very clear!

  • @atomsofstardust
    @atomsofstardust 11 месяцев назад +2

    Sir, thank you so so much! You have no idea how much your explanation has helped me to finally, after 10+ videos on the subject, tat least start to better understand what’s going on on the fretboard 😅
    I’ve learned a long time ago how to play lots of my favorite songs so I could entertain people at the campfire, but I’ve never truly learned notes, and how to freely move and find chords, and all that good stuff.
    And thanks to you and this video in particular I think my understanding has finally moved into the right direction!
    Thank you a lot! You’re a great educator!

  • @MrVirtube
    @MrVirtube 2 месяца назад

    This is pure gold. I've been trying to get my head around the CAGED system and I'm so glad I found your video. Thank you so much!

  • @RogerThat902
    @RogerThat902 2 года назад +2

    This is the best explanation I've seen. Many people touch on the idea but they don't actually explain in a "for dummies" manner that answers the questions a beginner would have. I remember learning this and stumbling into what you taught and still having questions. This answers them clearly.

    • @Wilterweight
      @Wilterweight 2 года назад

      Yep, same here. His previous caged video was good but not like this one. I was stuck for weeks trying to understand the caged system because I was fixated on the root notes and patterns and not understanding the very basic and obvious concept of just sliding a chord up the neck and using the index finger to replicate the nut.

  • @robertq8412
    @robertq8412 2 года назад

    What a comprehensive lesson on the CAGED.!!!!! Between your 1st Caged and this one, my whole house is lit up w/lightbulb moments !

  • @aussiebiketourer8159
    @aussiebiketourer8159 4 месяца назад

    This is the best, easiest to understand description of CAGED I’ve found anywhere. Excellent video.
    Many thanks 👍

  • @fritz3713
    @fritz3713 2 года назад +1

    You know that saying "when the student is ready, the teacher will appear" ? MAN! This came at the perfect time in my journey where I can finally understand it ish. Thanks for this! For me its a breakthrough!

  • @winn4music243
    @winn4music243 10 дней назад

    Amazing video and very simple teaching to help everyone understand the system. I appreciate the time you took to explain this concept.

  • @vatoloco1528
    @vatoloco1528 Год назад

    Bro...Brian! Agreed, all the above!! This some of the absolute best instruction I've ever viewed!

  • @adebowalegbenga4316
    @adebowalegbenga4316 Год назад +2

    There are so many lessons packed in this few mins Video, Man....I could keep for some few mins and then, I had to save it for later.
    What a lesson 😜, I can't thank you enough... God bless you!

  • @breign72
    @breign72 9 месяцев назад

    I watched this video a while back and wasn't really following but as I'm watching today, this mashes SO MUCH SENSE. Thank you!!

  • @robertcanedo7607
    @robertcanedo7607 Год назад +1

    Now, it's all coming together...Thanks!

  • @stevensiwinski8049
    @stevensiwinski8049 2 года назад +1

    This is the best video on the caged system on RUclips. Subscribed for sure. Thanks for the Lesson!

  • @nonawolf7495
    @nonawolf7495 9 месяцев назад

    This is brilliant!!! When I think of my finger as the nut, it changes everything! Thank you so much 💗

  • @daabbott2
    @daabbott2 4 месяца назад

    Most easy to grasp video I have found on explaining caged system to a newbie like myself!

  • @Bob-qr8so
    @Bob-qr8so Год назад +4

    This might be the best lesson I've ever seen on CAGED. Well done!

  • @davej554
    @davej554 2 года назад +2

    Thank you! This was the easiest CAGED video to digest. It finally clicked with me

  • @jaydenmartin1925
    @jaydenmartin1925 3 месяца назад

    I've been watching Marty's videos since I was eleven. Most of the songs I learn are by ear or just a quick look at the chords these days (almost fifteen years later) but every now and then I come back here for my instructionals. Thanks, Marty! Been getting your help all along. ☺️

  • @lgndnhswnmnd
    @lgndnhswnmnd Год назад

    Thanks for this post! Grateful for RUclips!

  • @russ186
    @russ186 Год назад +1

    This a GREAT tutorial on the CAGED system! Thank you Brian! I'll be checking out your other videos!

  • @TheLateBoyScout
    @TheLateBoyScout Год назад +1

    This is the first CAGED video that actually made sense to me. We’ll done! I’m surprised to see how much of it I was already doing without realizing it.

  • @craigmccolm285
    @craigmccolm285 2 года назад +2

    Great lesson, thank you. That information really opened up the CAGED system of chords, presented in a very understandable way!

  • @annanikia7949
    @annanikia7949 Год назад

    What a brilliant, easy explanation! Best intro to caged system.

  • @MrTalbotc
    @MrTalbotc Месяц назад

    Absolutely brilliant, so easy to follow!

  • @apod_det
    @apod_det 5 месяцев назад

    A long time ago my uncle was trying to convey this information to me, but without the understanding of how this works. This is very easy to understand and has opened some new ideas up to me. I am trying to advance in my playing and I feel this is the correct path. Thank you so much, will be checking out more of your videos.

  • @estherld123
    @estherld123 3 месяца назад

    Wow... you make it so easy to understand. Thank you! Awesome class!!!😊

  • @sepetisionelatu5539
    @sepetisionelatu5539 Год назад

    This is the best video on teaching the CAGED to a dummy like me that is trying to learn guitar. l had watched so many but all of them they forget they are talking to someone (me) that ain't got a clue. Thank YOU!

  • @ITigerbaum
    @ITigerbaum Год назад

    As an olde bass player with a missing left pinky, I started playing 6-string guitar two years ago, and this is the first caged lesson that doesn't start out with that 4 finger reach. Thank you! I learn from you. New sub!

  • @CB-rw5yf
    @CB-rw5yf 2 года назад +1

    What a great video! Thanks so much for putting this out there for us. It really helped me get a understanding of how this works. Im looking forward to practicing all the shapes. Cheers!

  • @wwflyfisher
    @wwflyfisher Год назад

    The first time I have been able to understand CAGED. Thank you so much.

  • @alexandergallant6444
    @alexandergallant6444 2 года назад +1

    This is a great lesson on the foundation of guitar chords and how they interrelate

  • @Harmonicdrake1
    @Harmonicdrake1 3 месяца назад

    By far the most useful video ever !! Thanks!!

  • @MrKuhistani
    @MrKuhistani Год назад

    The best lesson on CAGED, and I have already started with my E shape practice... thank you!

  • @Caitanya
    @Caitanya 2 года назад +2

    Thank you so much, first time I understand a little bit of the logic. Great teacher!

  • @hoanganhlano2753
    @hoanganhlano2753 Год назад +1

    you sir, deserve a medal!!!

  • @JlynSulliman
    @JlynSulliman 2 года назад +3

    Love your lessons, I always have an "ah ha" monment when watching! Ive made so many new connections from your lessons! thank you!

  • @ahg965
    @ahg965 3 месяца назад

    Fantastic.. thanks so much. 58 and still learning.. thank you !!!!

  • @somewhereihavenevertravell3795

    Thank you so much! This is the best video I've seen on this topic. I was super confused, but you made it so simple. I subscribed. 💕

  • @dmcguire70
    @dmcguire70 6 дней назад

    I actually figured this out by myself. I had no idea. It was actually a thing to learn.

  • @discgolfprofessor
    @discgolfprofessor Год назад

    A HUGE Thank YOU for breaking it down the way you do !

  • @paddyirish7102
    @paddyirish7102 4 месяца назад

    thank you your ability to explain is terrific

  • @RR-sh6gr
    @RR-sh6gr 10 месяцев назад

    OMG I'm 58 and an ear player. this is like gold for me & I'm sure many others. Thank you ❤️

  • @sbseiple
    @sbseiple 2 года назад +2

    Excellent lesson Brian, thanks!!

  • @marcw1013
    @marcw1013 Год назад

    Thank you for this video. I watched this a few months ago. I'm learning the notes on the fretboard and now it makes more since.

  • @oscardavis3906
    @oscardavis3906 Год назад

    THIS VIDEO was very helpful for me.
    THANK YOU

  • @pipesofhonor65
    @pipesofhonor65 Год назад

    Ahh….finally someone who can explain this in a way I can understand. Thank you brother.

  • @tomgilbertson2279
    @tomgilbertson2279 2 года назад

    Brian, Thanks for simplified explanation. Very helpful.

  • @ronaldreames2352
    @ronaldreames2352 Год назад

    I agree, I'm 60 and just learning but learned a lot in the last 10 mins. !!

  • @keithpennington6141
    @keithpennington6141 Год назад

    At around the 17:00 mark you revealed something that made me have an epiphany. You said “most people play it like this” and then showed a smaller shape of the C shape, without the pinky, and that helped it click in my head better. Thank you for that!!

  • @noodlesiis
    @noodlesiis 2 месяца назад

    I confess i watched Active Melody’s L shape video first, several times too but just couldn’t grasp it.. I then watched this episode and finally grasped it.. A eureka moment for me, now need to put it to use…
    Great tutorial, thanks Brian..

  • @securethebag1613
    @securethebag1613 Год назад

    Watched this video a yr ago with about 3 months experience. Had no idea what u were talkin about then. Now i have strings 5 and 6....frets 3, 5 and 7 memorized (G, A, B, C , D, E) and I know octaves. and now this video makes all the sense in the world 🙌🏿🙏🏿🙌🏿🙏🏿

  • @cmmnsenserules4339
    @cmmnsenserules4339 Год назад +1

    I've been trying to learn this for 7 years. You gave it it to me!!! And you did the chords the easy way!!! YES! I AM GOD OF CAGED!!!

  • @abuidnsampala
    @abuidnsampala Месяц назад

    Wow! You've aced it my man! You have enlightened me 100%

  • @elgonm289
    @elgonm289 2 года назад +2

    Really love this guitar..

  • @valuedhumanoid6574
    @valuedhumanoid6574 2 года назад +1

    Brilliant. And so well explained

  • @miscellaneouswaynes3655
    @miscellaneouswaynes3655 11 месяцев назад

    Yeah I can already tell your videos will be a huge part of my learning process. Thanks man!

  • @pup1008
    @pup1008 8 месяцев назад

    I think I've learnt & *UNDERSTOOD* more in this one lesson than what I have done over the past 7 years! The bonus of learning about 1,4,5 & how it all comes together was immense! 👍
    Thanks for that from the UK!

    • @pup1008
      @pup1008 8 месяцев назад

      @Scales-n-Arpeggios
      Thanks for that. 👍

  • @anthonymenichino4290
    @anthonymenichino4290 2 года назад

    You teach very well. I'm glad I found you online. I will continue to follow you. Thanks.

  • @zenbuilder8801
    @zenbuilder8801 2 года назад

    Brian, As always, excellent teaching. Thanks, Jeff

  • @dogbone1065
    @dogbone1065 2 года назад +1

    The best explanation I've seen yet. 👍

  • @ld7806
    @ld7806 3 месяца назад

    Very practical video. Thanks

  • @daryldesjardins
    @daryldesjardins 2 года назад +1

    Wow,,, that was with out a doubt the best explanation of the caged system... thanks from the great white north.. Canada.

  • @eddiemattison7792
    @eddiemattison7792 4 месяца назад

    Man, you explained that well. Your detail is GOOD.