HOW TO VISUALIZE CHORDS & SCALES: A simple, step-by-step method

*NEW:* I'm currently rolling out *Improv 101,* a step-by-step improvisation course for guitarists of _all ability levels_ (there are _no_ prerequisites other than being able to physically play single-note lines on your guitar). You can get early access on Patreon https://patreon.com/fretscience or learn more at https://fretscience.com/2024/10/25/fret-science-improv-101/ Fret Science is a new and robust method for understanding the fretboard (learning all of your scales, arpeggios, and chords) with _dramatically_ less memorization. And then using that knowledge to improvise and play freely in _any_ style of music. The core method for learning scales and chords is available _for free_ here on YouTube. If you're new to the channel, I invite you to check out the "Big Picture" video and recommended video viewing order here: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ If you want to go deeper or interact with me directly, come join me on Patreon https://patreon.com/fretscience where I'm sharing exclusive new lessons, breaking down classic solos, and rolling out a new improvisation method that will help guitarists of _all ability levels_ learn to improvise confidently over chord changes in any style. You can also connect with me at https://fretscience.com or support my work with a donation at https://buymeacoffee.com/fretscience ► Video description: How does the quirky tuning of the G and B strings affect scales and chords? Learn to traverse "the warp" and use the circle of fifths to navigate the fretboard with 80% less memorization. See how it applies to triads, the pentatonic scale, and soloing in the blues. [Errata: The E major triad is mistakenly labeled as an F major triad at around 3:00. Also, in the circle-of-fifths section, there are 4 step sizes that visit all 12 notes, not 3 as stated (1, 5, 7, and 11 semitones).] ► For downloadable/printable "cheat sheets" for this video and others, visit: https://fretscience.myshopify.com/ ► You can learn more, sign up for my email newsletter, or contact me at: https://fretscience.com ► Gear I use and recommend (affiliate links): TC Electronic Infinite Sustainer Pedal - https://imp.i114863.net/doNAyq TC Electronic PolyTune 3 Mini Tuner - https://imp.i114863.net/ZdnDVQ TC Electronic Ditto Looper - https://imp.i114863.net/b34ekP Digitech Trio+ Pedal - https://imp.i114863.net/5b2Xn3 Boss RC-500 Loop Station - https://imp.i114863.net/MXG1K3 D'Addario NYXL strings - https://imp.i114863.net/QOZRbx MXR Six Band EQ Pedal - https://imp.i114863.net/QOZgYM Focusrite Scarlett 2i2 interface : https://imp.i114863.net/jWxgev PRS Guitars - https://imp.i114863.net/LPAG0L Bose S1 Pro PA - https://imp.i114863.net/GjP5Kr Pedaltrain pedal boards - https://imp.i114863.net/BXmQKx Voodoo Lab Pedal Power X8 - https://imp.i114863.net/WDWLYG Electro-Harmonix Freeze Pedal - https://imp.i114863.net/Earj0e TC Electronic Plethora X5 - https://imp.i114863.net/VyzWOa MXR EVH 5150 Overdrive pedal - https://imp.i114863.net/AoxDPx Wampler Tumnus Overdrive - https://imp.i114863.net/9W43V0 World's Best Cables 10' (Mogami/Neutrik) - https://amzn.to/3lq4OlD World's Best Cables 15' (Mogami/Neutrik) - https://amzn.to/3YqxCZY ► Recommended video viewing order: Full playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLMuHlX9RiFi1L1RdC0CzYa1qxZllD5Ujz&si=cOp25GnXrL28rbLQ Individual videos: 1. Use "the warp" to reduce memorization: https://youtu.be/Qd8pyJ9A5W8 2. Master the pentatonic scale with the rectangle and stack: https://youtu.be/wzWE0dpxnmY 3. Learn the notes!: https://youtu.be/OHa2DklOeTI 4. Intervals: Guitar's secret decoder ring: https://youtu.be/3sUpoSTy8zw 5. Understand the modes: https://youtu.be/bFvTVnhmFfE 6. The best way to learn/play the modes: https://youtu.be/jrukJYI8ecY 7. Another easy way to play the modes: https://youtu.be/2IxiU96JQ7w 8. The CAGED system and triads: https://youtu.be/W4ZeaKoynv4 9. The 3nps system: https://youtu.be/CkymnwBDN9o 10. Instant harmony: https://youtu.be/G_YP-IpRfuM ► Keywords: guitar lesson, music theory, circle of fifths, circle of fourths, pentatonic scales, triads, blues soloing ► Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Movable Shapes 00:50 - Old-school tuning 02:04 - "The Warp" 02:45 - Moving Triads 03:15 - The Circle of 4ths/5ths 05:05 - Moving Pentatonics 06:05 - The Infinite Fretboard 06:52 - Moving the Blues ► Thanks again to Dave DiCenso, Jeff Gilman, and Jake Shapiro for the intro/exit music "Sea Horses" from the Kilgore Trout Sessions.