Want to learn the CAGED System on guitar? Start Here! - CAGED System for beginners - Guitar Lesson

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  • čas přidán 8. 02. 2022
  • I'll be adding this to an upcoming CAGED System course on ActiveMelody over the weekend, but wanted to put this out on CZcams for anyone interested in getting started with the CAGED System.
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  • @iamthekwan
    @iamthekwan Před 9 měsíci +38

    [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 Před 2 lety +281

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

    • @NeilBoltonRSPL
      @NeilBoltonRSPL Před rokem +28

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

    • @CaperJake
      @CaperJake Před rokem +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 Před rokem +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 Před rokem +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 Před rokem

      @@NeilBoltonRSPL p

  • @jeffdeluca1153
    @jeffdeluca1153 Před 5 měsíci +25

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

    • @homeofcreation
      @homeofcreation Před 24 dny

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

    • @tonyjones1560
      @tonyjones1560 Před 5 dny

      You definitely said "Omg," so you're covered....!

  • @carlosencarnacion9667
    @carlosencarnacion9667 Před měsícem +4

    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.

  • @zazoomatt
    @zazoomatt Před 2 lety +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 !

  • @dojooj
    @dojooj Před rokem +87

    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 CZcams 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 Před rokem +3

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

  • @dakotastrout1733
    @dakotastrout1733 Před měsícem +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!

  • @pauljenkins428
    @pauljenkins428 Před dnem

    Thank you, thank you, thank you.... I've heard the words for 50 years
    BUT
    You are the first person to explain it in a way that I can understand.
    (Even if it's gonna take a LOT of repetition before I can use the information)
    THANKS AGAIN,
    PJ

  • @1976ClassicCelica
    @1976ClassicCelica Před 4 měsíci +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 Před rokem +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 Před rokem +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 Před rokem +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 Před rokem +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 Před 10 měsíci +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 Před 8 měsíci +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 Před 8 měsíci

      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 Před 5 měsíci +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 Před rokem +16

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

  • @TroodosPoolGuy
    @TroodosPoolGuy Před 2 lety +5

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

  • @davidonion4150
    @davidonion4150 Před 2 lety +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.

  • @Kay-fs6vh
    @Kay-fs6vh Před rokem +20

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

  • @upuiaropati6839
    @upuiaropati6839 Před rokem +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 Před 2 lety +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 Před 2 lety +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 Před 2 lety +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

  • @jackgriffith9229
    @jackgriffith9229 Před rokem +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!

  • @Samson163
    @Samson163 Před 2 lety +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

  • @pieterhendriks3086
    @pieterhendriks3086 Před měsícem +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 Před 4 měsíci +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 Před rokem

    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 Před 2 lety +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.

  • @MartinezRBA
    @MartinezRBA Před rokem +11

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

  • @ambu6478
    @ambu6478 Před rokem +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 Před rokem

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

  • @bahiyehpatio6373
    @bahiyehpatio6373 Před rokem +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 Před rokem +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 Před rokem

      Check Steve Stine Guitarzoom,thank me later.

  • @NDFlyFisher
    @NDFlyFisher Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @robjejenk
    @robjejenk Před rokem

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

  • @lbrobinson4359
    @lbrobinson4359 Před rokem +1

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

  • @lvincentg
    @lvincentg Před rokem +1

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

  • @neilh4729
    @neilh4729 Před 2 lety +5

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

  • @gussemke
    @gussemke Před 9 měsíci

    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 Před 2 lety +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 Před rokem +1

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

  • @davidthomas1327
    @davidthomas1327 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @MrVirtube
    @MrVirtube Před 2 měsíci

    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!

  • @atomsofstardust
    @atomsofstardust Před 11 měsíci +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!

  • @robertq8412
    @robertq8412 Před 2 lety

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

  • @RogerThat902
    @RogerThat902 Před 2 lety +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 Před 2 lety

      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.

  • @aussiebiketourer8159
    @aussiebiketourer8159 Před 4 měsíci

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

  • @fritz3713
    @fritz3713 Před 2 lety +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 Před 17 dny

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

  • @vatoloco1528
    @vatoloco1528 Před rokem

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

  • @adebowalegbenga4316
    @adebowalegbenga4316 Před 2 lety +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 Před 9 měsíci

    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!!

  • @stevensiwinski8049
    @stevensiwinski8049 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @Bob-qr8so
    @Bob-qr8so Před rokem +4

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

  • @nonawolf7495
    @nonawolf7495 Před 9 měsíci

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

  • @daabbott2
    @daabbott2 Před 4 měsíci

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

  • @robertcanedo7607
    @robertcanedo7607 Před rokem +1

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

  • @jaydenmartin1925
    @jaydenmartin1925 Před 3 měsíci

    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. ☺️

  • @davej554
    @davej554 Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @TheLateBoyScout
    @TheLateBoyScout Před rokem +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.

  • @russ186
    @russ186 Před rokem +1

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

  • @craigmccolm285
    @craigmccolm285 Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @annanikia7949
    @annanikia7949 Před rokem

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

  • @MrTalbotc
    @MrTalbotc Před měsícem

    Absolutely brilliant, so easy to follow!

  • @estherld123
    @estherld123 Před 3 měsíci

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

  • @apod_det
    @apod_det Před 5 měsíci

    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.

  • @sepetisionelatu5539
    @sepetisionelatu5539 Před rokem

    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 Před rokem

    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!

  • @martinpouyat3394
    @martinpouyat3394 Před 27 dny

    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!!!!

  • @CB-rw5yf
    @CB-rw5yf Před 2 lety +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 Před rokem

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

  • @MrKuhistani
    @MrKuhistani Před rokem

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

  • @Harmonicdrake1
    @Harmonicdrake1 Před 4 měsíci

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

  • @alexandergallant6444
    @alexandergallant6444 Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @JlynSulliman
    @JlynSulliman Před 2 lety +3

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

  • @Caitanya
    @Caitanya Před 2 lety +2

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

  • @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. 💕

  • @ahg965
    @ahg965 Před 3 měsíci

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

  • @discgolfprofessor
    @discgolfprofessor Před rokem

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

  • @hoanganhlano2753
    @hoanganhlano2753 Před rokem +1

    you sir, deserve a medal!!!

  • @paddyirish7102
    @paddyirish7102 Před 4 měsíci

    thank you your ability to explain is terrific

  • @RR-sh6gr
    @RR-sh6gr Před 10 měsíci

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

  • @sbseiple
    @sbseiple Před 2 lety +2

    Excellent lesson Brian, thanks!!

  • @marcw1013
    @marcw1013 Před rokem

    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 Před rokem

    THIS VIDEO was very helpful for me.
    THANK YOU

  • @pipesofhonor65
    @pipesofhonor65 Před rokem

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

  • @noodlesiis
    @noodlesiis Před 2 měsíci

    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..

  • @tomgilbertson2279
    @tomgilbertson2279 Před 2 lety

    Brian, Thanks for simplified explanation. Very helpful.

  • @keithpennington6141
    @keithpennington6141 Před rokem

    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!!

  • @cmmnsenserules4339
    @cmmnsenserules4339 Před rokem +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!!!

  • @securethebag1613
    @securethebag1613 Před rokem

    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 🙌🏿🙏🏿🙌🏿🙏🏿

  • @abuidnsampala
    @abuidnsampala Před měsícem

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

  • @dmcguire70
    @dmcguire70 Před 13 dny

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

  • @miscellaneouswaynes3655
    @miscellaneouswaynes3655 Před 11 měsíci

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

  • @elgonm289
    @elgonm289 Před 2 lety +2

    Really love this guitar..

  • @valuedhumanoid6574
    @valuedhumanoid6574 Před 2 lety +1

    Brilliant. And so well explained

  • @pup1008
    @pup1008 Před 8 měsíci

    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 Před 8 měsíci

      @Scales-n-Arpeggios
      Thanks for that. 👍

  • @anthonymenichino4290
    @anthonymenichino4290 Před 2 lety

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

  • @zenbuilder8801
    @zenbuilder8801 Před 2 lety

    Brian, As always, excellent teaching. Thanks, Jeff

  • @ld7806
    @ld7806 Před 3 měsíci

    Very practical video. Thanks

  • @dogbone1065
    @dogbone1065 Před 2 lety +1

    The best explanation I've seen yet. 👍

  • @daryldesjardins
    @daryldesjardins Před 2 lety +1

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

  • @eddiemattison7792
    @eddiemattison7792 Před 4 měsíci

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

  • @GuitarJoLa
    @GuitarJoLa Před 2 lety +1

    Can't imagine a better way to explain CAGED for beginners! I know the rest of the course will be just as good! ♪💕