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

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  • Опубліковано 8 лют 2022
  • I'll be adding this to an upcoming CAGED System course on ActiveMelody over the weekend, but wanted to put this out on UA-cam for anyone interested in getting started with the CAGED System.

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  • @iamthekwan
    @iamthekwan 8 місяців тому +30

    [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 роки тому +270

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

    • @NeilBoltonRSPL
      @NeilBoltonRSPL Рік тому +28

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

    • @CaperJake
      @CaperJake Рік тому +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 Рік тому +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 Рік тому +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 Рік тому

      @@NeilBoltonRSPL p

  • @jeffdeluca1153
    @jeffdeluca1153 4 місяці тому +20

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

  • @dakotastrout1733
    @dakotastrout1733 20 днів тому +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 Рік тому +84

    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 UA-cam 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 Рік тому +3

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

  • @zazoomatt
    @zazoomatt 2 роки тому +16

    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 !

  • @RealPeterGunn
    @RealPeterGunn Рік тому +52

    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 Рік тому +3

      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 Рік тому +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 9 місяців тому +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 6 місяців тому +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 6 місяців тому

      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

  • @jackgriffith9229
    @jackgriffith9229 Рік тому +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!

  • @1976ClassicCelica
    @1976ClassicCelica 3 місяці тому +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.

  • @anthonyclayton1615
    @anthonyclayton1615 4 місяці тому +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.

  • @carlosencarnacion9667
    @carlosencarnacion9667 22 години тому

    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.

  • @ronaldskirdlant8327
    @ronaldskirdlant8327 Рік тому +8

    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.

  • @Kay-fs6vh
    @Kay-fs6vh Рік тому +20

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

  • @Luislazarosolana
    @Luislazarosolana 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @upuiaropati6839
    @upuiaropati6839 Рік тому +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.

  • @brianlarson1077
    @brianlarson1077 Рік тому +16

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

  • @mastergreens5785
    @mastergreens5785 2 роки тому +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 Рік тому +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

  • @breign72
    @breign72 8 місяців тому

    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!!

  • @davidthomas1327
    @davidthomas1327 Рік тому +1

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

  • @TroodosPoolGuy
    @TroodosPoolGuy 2 роки тому +5

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

  • @lbrobinson4359
    @lbrobinson4359 Рік тому +1

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

  • @johncharal1698
    @johncharal1698 2 роки тому +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.

  • @HenryDarr
    @HenryDarr 11 місяців тому

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

  • @nonawolf7495
    @nonawolf7495 8 місяців тому

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

  • @lvincentg
    @lvincentg Рік тому +1

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

  • @gussemke
    @gussemke 8 місяців тому

    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

  • @richardhanney7950
    @richardhanney7950 Рік тому +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 👏

  • @russ186
    @russ186 Рік тому +1

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

  • @robertq8412
    @robertq8412 2 роки тому

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

  • @NDFlyFisher
    @NDFlyFisher 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @davidonion4150
    @davidonion4150 2 роки тому +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.

  • @craigmccolm285
    @craigmccolm285 Рік тому +2

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

  • @CB-rw5yf
    @CB-rw5yf 2 роки тому +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!

  • @stevesmith8042
    @stevesmith8042 10 місяців тому

    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

  • @robjejenk
    @robjejenk Рік тому

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

  • @atomsofstardust
    @atomsofstardust 10 місяців тому +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!

  • @RR-sh6gr
    @RR-sh6gr 9 місяців тому

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

  • @annanikia7949
    @annanikia7949 Рік тому

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

  • @aussiebiketourer8159
    @aussiebiketourer8159 3 місяці тому

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

  • @MrVirtube
    @MrVirtube Місяць тому

    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!

  • @neilh4729
    @neilh4729 Рік тому +5

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

  • @ITigerbaum
    @ITigerbaum Рік тому

    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!

  • @ambu6478
    @ambu6478 Рік тому +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!!

  • @marcw1013
    @marcw1013 11 місяців тому

    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.

  • @alexandergallant6444
    @alexandergallant6444 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @MrKuhistani
    @MrKuhistani Рік тому

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

  • @stevensiwinski8049
    @stevensiwinski8049 2 роки тому +1

    This is the best video on the caged system on UA-cam. Subscribed for sure. Thanks for the Lesson!

  • @nacholens3228
    @nacholens3228 3 місяці тому +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 !!!

  • @flyagaric23
    @flyagaric23 2 роки тому

    Thanks as always for the clear and captivating lesson, description and related musical context.

  • @anthonymenichino4290
    @anthonymenichino4290 Рік тому

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

  • @apod_det
    @apod_det 3 місяці тому

    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.

  • @Caitanya
    @Caitanya 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @selengebacin3030
    @selengebacin3030 7 місяців тому

    U made me understand in simple way how caged system worked and applied..thanx u sir😊

  • @MartinezRBA
    @MartinezRBA Рік тому +9

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

  • @stevefielding8324
    @stevefielding8324 2 роки тому +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 Рік тому +1

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

  • @nicklyde4361
    @nicklyde4361 8 місяців тому

    As always a great lesson again this week.

  • @vatoloco1528
    @vatoloco1528 Рік тому

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

  • @discgolfprotips
    @discgolfprotips Рік тому

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

  • @stanmanmedia
    @stanmanmedia Рік тому

    tremendous.. I started about a year or so ago, and have stayed away from this to just start learning open chords etc. I started looking around and this video is the easiest for me to understand to get the very foundation. Thanks very much.. as I progress I will join up on for more intense learning.. thanks

  • @adebowalegbenga4316
    @adebowalegbenga4316 Рік тому +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!

  • @danjaworsky
    @danjaworsky 8 місяців тому

    This video made solid a lot of practical things about actually playing these chords without having 7 or 8 fingers, so thanks

  • @JlynSulliman
    @JlynSulliman 2 роки тому +3

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

  • @bahiyehpatio6373
    @bahiyehpatio6373 Рік тому +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 Рік тому +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 Рік тому

      Check Steve Stine Guitarzoom,thank me later.

  • @davidmccaffery7977
    @davidmccaffery7977 Рік тому +1

    Wow, that makes sense! I've been trying to understand this for a while. Gonna try putting it to work. Thank you

  • @davej554
    @davej554 2 роки тому +2

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

  • @GuitarJoLa
    @GuitarJoLa 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @stockman1515
    @stockman1515 Рік тому

    Great video. I've been using the A and E shape for years but was unaware of the C, G and D shapes. Thank you.

  • @OldManJeff
    @OldManJeff 4 місяці тому

    This was a breakthrough in my thinking. I have been using literally every one of these shapes all the way up the neck, but I’ve never thought about them this way.

  • @daabbott2
    @daabbott2 3 місяці тому

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

  • @somewhereihavenevertravell3795
    @somewhereihavenevertravell3795 11 місяців тому

    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. 💕

  • @miscellaneouswaynes3655
    @miscellaneouswaynes3655 10 місяців тому

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

  • @henryrogers5500
    @henryrogers5500 7 місяців тому

    Excellent! Thank you.

  • @jaydenmartin1925
    @jaydenmartin1925 2 місяці тому

    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. ☺️

  • @pup1008
    @pup1008 7 місяців тому

    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 7 місяців тому

      @Scales-n-Arpeggios
      Thanks for that. 👍

  • @natespencer4865
    @natespencer4865 Рік тому

    I have watched other CAGED videos and it never connected like your video did. Things I was already doing without knowing what or why all make sense now. Thanks!!!

  • @tomgilbertson2279
    @tomgilbertson2279 2 роки тому

    Brian, Thanks for simplified explanation. Very helpful.

  • @zenbuilder8801
    @zenbuilder8801 Рік тому

    Brian, As always, excellent teaching. Thanks, Jeff

  • @RogerThat902
    @RogerThat902 2 роки тому +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 роки тому

      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.

  • @wwflyfisher
    @wwflyfisher Рік тому

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

  • @reginaldparker3248
    @reginaldparker3248 Місяць тому

    Thank you! The CAGED method never aroused my curiosity until I saw your presentation of the CAGED guitar method. Thx!

  • @charlesjackson3433
    @charlesjackson3433 Рік тому

    Dude, this is a beautiful video/guitar lesson. I'll be practicing this and reading to learn how minor chords fit in with the CAGED SYSTEM if they do at all. Thank you man.

  • @MaMas.Beauee
    @MaMas.Beauee 2 роки тому +1

    Lighting looks incredible! Great job. 💡📸🎬

  • @eddiemattison7792
    @eddiemattison7792 3 місяці тому

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

  • @A.J.54
    @A.J.54 Рік тому +1

    I am a student with just an year of learning ( senior citizen though) , this lesson is worth a million. Some parts I knew/ practiced but now the whole lesson is the next target. Thanks a lot.
    Also please make a video for minor chords( you may say apply your own mind ).

  • @kenmosholder1935
    @kenmosholder1935 2 роки тому +4

    This is great Brian. So clear and succinct. Thank You!

  • @dnbrown822
    @dnbrown822 Рік тому

    Geez I just wanna thank you, I've been trying to understand modes and how to use them. I'm going to have to see this a few more times but I now have a much better understanding.

  • @lgndnhswnmnd
    @lgndnhswnmnd Рік тому

    Thanks for this post! Grateful for UA-cam!

  • @daryldesjardins
    @daryldesjardins 2 роки тому +1

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

  • @Handyandy747
    @Handyandy747 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent work as usual Brian.

  • @francisromero6300
    @francisromero6300 Рік тому +1

    Thank you very much. As a bass player starting with guitar, this lesson was very useful.

  • @martinmcgimpsey9750
    @martinmcgimpsey9750 Рік тому

    Awesome lesson Brian! I always enjoy them! Thank you!

  • @MrTalbotc
    @MrTalbotc 10 днів тому

    Absolutely brilliant, so easy to follow!

  • @valuedhumanoid6574
    @valuedhumanoid6574 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant. And so well explained

  • @estherld123
    @estherld123 Місяць тому

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

  • @fritz3713
    @fritz3713 Рік тому +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!

  • @sbseiple
    @sbseiple 2 роки тому +2

    Excellent lesson Brian, thanks!!

  • @rogerowens5669
    @rogerowens5669 Рік тому

    Thank you so much sir this is so helpful I can't even grasp the cage system the way other people explain it!' you made it much simpler and it's so easy to understand.I can't thank you enough✌😎

  • @sharoncappelletti775
    @sharoncappelletti775 Рік тому

    Wow!! 🤯 Thank you for this. Makes perfect sense.

  • @TheLateBoyScout
    @TheLateBoyScout Рік тому +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.