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Bill_Brown

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March 9, 2024 at 9:05 am in reply to: Fretboard Wizard Understanding Patterns

Hi @MMMURRAY , I believe you’re referring to the “octave patterns”, is that correct? Where you go from a note on one string and find the same note (different octave sometimes) on another string? Well, if that’s what you’re asking about, then what I’m going to say will have some relevance.

In FW, Tony has us memorizing the number of frets and number of strings from one note to the next closest same note. For example, let’s say we have a note on the 6th (loE) string and we want to find that same note at the next closest location on the fretboard. FW says we have to go 2 frets toward the body of the guitar and go 2 strings toward the floor [to the 4th (D) string] to find that next closest same note.

To me, that was a lot of memorization learning these “octave patterns” that way, and I struggled with it. Then, one day a fellow TAC member pointed out to me that all you have to do is remember the word “CAGED”! “Really?” I said. “Yes!” he said. And he gave me some examples which I’m happy to share. Let’s say we have a note on the A string. The next closest same note will be on the G string and from there, the next closest same note will be on the E strings (both lo & hi E), and from there on the D string and finally, from there on the B string. You’ll notice that we followed the order of the letters in the word “caged” with the exception of the letter C, we used the B string in it’s place because there is no C string. Other than that, these “octave patterns” follow the spelling of the word “caged” starting at any letter or string (just like the musical alphabet) and continue to the next letter in the word “caged” and you’ll know where the next same note is. Yes, you’ll still have to memorize the number of frets between the notes, but at least you’ll know what string that next closest same note is on.

I hope this explanation can give you some clarity, and some realization that CAGED has more than one use or meaning in music.

Bill_Brown

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February 24, 2024 at 8:29 am in reply to: Please Help – Alternative Fretting for This Weeks Challenge

Hi @PhoenixRising , one alternative would be to simply barre the B & hiE strings (only) with the index. Have the thumb on your picking hand play the open A (and loE when required) string only to maintain the “bass pulse”, and don’t worry about the fretted notes on the D string. Also, DO NOT lock your fretting wrist, allow it to move freely so you can make the “stretch”.

Bill_Brown

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February 24, 2024 at 7:20 am in reply to: Today’s celebration

Way to go @stevieblues 👏👏👏

Bill_Brown

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January 21, 2024 at 10:31 am in reply to: Chord Matrix Questions

Hi @Kerby , when I first took FW (the old version), Tony encouraged that we use the Forums to ask FW related questions, and it was the responsibility of FW grads (Wizards) to answer those questions. So right here where you are now is the place to ask specific questions about FW and the (Wizards) FW grads will respond.

Bill_Brown

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January 13, 2024 at 9:18 am in reply to: Moving On

Sorry to see you go Terry ( @TMutter ). I hope you find what it is you’re looking for🤔, best of luck on your journey🎸

Bill_Brown

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December 31, 2023 at 7:58 am in reply to: Oh How I Miss You Tonight (Jim Reeves cover)

👏👏👏 @KevinZ 👏👏👏 I really enjoyed listening to your rendition. Great singing (as usual) and I thought you did a great job playing those chord tones during the break🎸 How did you manage to get a crackling fire into the camper “studio”?🤔 Sound effects?

Happy New Year my friend🎉 Best wishes for a safe, healthy and prosperous 2024!

Bill_Brown

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December 26, 2023 at 8:38 am in reply to: Do Dishes or Play Guitar

That’s awesome @jumpinjeff 🤩 Your wife obviously loves you very much and knows you very well – and perhaps she knew that you had a little too much “cheer” and didn’t want any broken dishes 😉

I hope you and your family had a wonderful Christmas🎄 and best wishes for the New Year🎉 (and no broken dishes)🤣