Descending 5ths Pattern in C This video shows a descending 5ths pattern in C. We could also say that we're descending the scale in ascending 5ths.If this is new to you, watch this video...

Reversed Ascending 5ths Pattern in C This video shows a reversed ascending 5ths pattern in C. We could also say that we're ascending the scale in falling 5ths.If this is new to you, wat...

Descending 3rds Pattern in C Here we have a descending 3rds pattern in C. Playing scales in 3rds is extremely useful because harmony itself is based on 3rds. You will find that 3rds occur f...

Ascending 3rds Pattern in C This video shows an ascending 3rds pattern in C. Thirds are a very common interval and learning this pattern will help you to master the notes on the fretboard. ...

C Ionian in Octaves Here we will look at C Ionian in octaves. This pattern can be challenging because of the size of the jumps involved. This is a good pattern to help you learn the names o...

C Ionian in 7ths Here we have C Ionian in 7ths. This is a modern sounding pattern that is found in jazz, fusion and modern classical music. It will require stretches and some creative finge...

C Ionian in 6ths In this video, we will look at C Ionian in 6ths. As this entails fairly big jumps between notes, we will need to stretch with the left hand and skip strings with the right....

C Ionian in 5ths Here we have C Ionian in 5ths. This is a modern sounding pattern that is found in jazz, fusion and modern classical music. Mastering this pattern will breathe life into you...

C Ionian in 4ths Here we have C Ionian in 4ths. This is a modern sounding pattern that is found in jazz, fusion and modern classical music. This will require a rolling motion of the fingers...

C Ionian Scale in 3rds This video shows the C Ionian scale in 3rds. This ascending 'zig-zag' pattern can be applied to any scale and is a good way to learn a scale in depth. This pattern ca...