Connecting C and A in a new key

The magic of CAGED is that it works in any key. In this lesson we'll see how we can shift our newfound CAGED knowledge across the fretboard.

Today, we’re moving to the key of F major.

Disorientation station

Soon enough, you’ll be able to easily shift your CAGED map to any of the 12 keys.

• But it’s normal to get a bit confused at first. You might have to re-wire your brain after spending so much time in the key of D.
• In the key of D, our shapes line up nicely with fret markers.
• In the key of F… not so much. We have to separate the shapes from the fret markers.

Take your time, use your roots / chord tones to anchor you, and trust the process.

Once you get your bearings visualizing the shapes in this foreign land, hop on down to the exercises.

Exercise 1. Major pentatonic

You know the drill. Get comfortable with F major pentatonic. Take some time to get friendly with the shift from the C to A shape with your pinky.

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Exercise 2. Lick  

Old lick, new key. Let the shapes be your guide and let it rip.

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Exercise 3. Lick  

New lick, new opportunity to perfect your slides. Plus, double stops and hammer-ons. Go nail it.

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Jam  

Time to make it musical. Follow along with the prompts.

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Next up, we have a workout for you in Day 7 that’s perfect for regular use in your practice routine.

After that, all that stands between you and Grade 2 is a performance piece and a final quiz.