[Loraine]

Hi @Barry2021 I was under the impression that Fretboard Wizard was open now, but I could be mistaken. Even if a new version would become available, you’d have access to it if purchased now. I agree with @Bill_Brown that the Fretboard Navigation course in the skills section is a great precursor to Fretboard Wizard. Fretboard Wizard covers fretboard navigation, shapes, the CAGED system, ear training and the typical makeup of a song and identifying the key and chords. It was very interesting and I gained a lot of knowledge and skills, but as Bill pointed out, each time you go through it something different pops out and creates lightbulb moments, which are pretty cool.

[Loraine]

Great improv @bugmeist ! Glad you’re having fun with them, as that’s the best part of them.

[Loraine]

Welcome to TAC @Wobert – What a great win, especially being newer to guitar. Will you be playing it for us in the future?

[Loraine]

@Cadgirl I have taken the barre chord course, and it definitely is worthwhile. It didn’t solve my problem with the A shaped barre chords and the bend of my finger not going flat though. I’ll just keep working at it.

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[Loraine]

@Moonhare I love the backstory, and I’m amazed at your playing in such a short time, but you do have the musical background. Fantastic composition!

[Loraine]

Great win. You might consider getting a chord book. They’re invaluable!

[Loraine]

@punder So happy to hear your arm seems better after the rest and going off the statins. That’s a fantastic win!

[Loraine]

Great wi @Stickmaker ! I agree with @Cadgirl about trying a capo higher on the neck, and then practicing your barre chords. I have a difficult time with A shaped barre chords due to finger strength and the bend of my finger falls right on the B string creating a gap, which prevents me from being able to barre the B string, but I compensate by using my pinky on that note.

[Loraine]

Great job @GuitarGeni . That’s the way to practice it. Start at a slower speed, then increase by a small few bpm (say 5) each time. You won’t even notice a difference when using a metronome between the 2 speeds. Then keep increasing the bpm as you accomplish each one.

[Loraine]

https://justmusicgeeks.com/index.php

Just Music Geeks is open to anyone interested in the virtual open mics (VOMs). It’s a great community forum, and there are VOMs and other learning experiences. Hope to see you there @docteny !

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[Loraine]

Welcome aboard @Kafka ! I do believe this has been settled. Since Arsenal isn’t a part of a true guitarsenal, then you should have no qualms about showing off to us. Would love to hear your D-28. If not on this forum, you can visit us at https://justmusicgeeks.com/ & join us in one or all of our virtual open mics (VOMs) that are held throughout the week. All are welcome.

[Loraine]

Great win @Cadgirl ! I keep trying to use a metronome, but it doesn’t come easy to me. Keep up the great work!

[Loraine]

Absolutely not! @Unclerice If you enjoy singing, then you should just sing to your hearts content. Another option is you could always take voice lessons if you want to improve.

[Loraine]

I count you as lucky to be able to do the d, g & b. The bend in my joint prevents me from being able to barre them. Great win in my book @Stickmaker

[Loraine]

@westmassage@gmail.com Even when I’m not suffering from tendinitis, I am unable to do them too.