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Chords

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  • Level 1 Recap: Chords and Strum Patterns

    Review the chords and strum patterns taught in level 1.

  • Level 2 Recap: Chords and Strum Patterns

    Review what you've learned in Level 2 of the Path.

  • Level 3 Recap: Chords and Strum Patterns

    Need a review of level 3? Jump into this chord and strum pattern recap course.

  • Open Position Chords

    An essential collection of open position chords that every guitarist needs to know.

  • Power Chords and Barre Chords

    Barre chords & Power Chords are essential chord shapes for developing guitarists.

  • Playing Chords in C Major

    Expand your chord library by learning every chord in the key of C Major.

  • Blues in A With 7th Chords

    In this course you'll practice playing Dominant 7th chords as you play through several 12 bar blues exercises that each feature different strum patterns.

  • Variations on Chords You Know: Suspended 7th Chords

    Expand your chord library by playing variations of the A7, E7 and D7 chords with A7sus4, D7sus4 and E7sus4.

  • Chords in Context: Slashes and Major 7ths

    Slash chords and major 7ths are a big part of what gives R&B music its smooth style.

Dive Deep into Techniques

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  • Deep Dive: Rhythm Guitar

    Immerse yourself with techniques and chord skills to take your rhythm playing to the next level.

  • Lead Guitar Techniques

    Hone your lead skills. Here's a quintessential list of skills perfect for any player looking to shred.

  • Fingerpicking Techniques

    Welcome to fingerstyle! From country to blues, here's a roundup of fingerpicking skills and exercises.

  • Jam Tracks

    Practice your improvising with this selection of awesome backing tracks. Jam along using a variety of different styles and keys.

  • Intro to Blues Lead Guitar

    Identify the role and function of a lead guitar player in blues and play an Em pentatonic lick.

  • Blues Lead: Pentatonics with Hammer-On, Pull-Off and Trill

    Learn how to use hammer-ons and pull-offs in your playing and practice the Em and Am pentatonic scale.

  • Show Off: Soloing Using Double Stops and String Bending

    Play a solo that includes double stops, string bending and other blues techniques.

  • Intro to Rock Lead Guitar

    Identify the role and function of a lead guitar player and how to use the E minor pentatonic scale to create solos.

  • Intro to Country Lead Guitar

    Identify the role and function of a lead guitar player in Country music and play two Em pentatonic licks.

  • Play Blues Lead With Moveable Minor Pentatonic Scale Pattern

    Jam using the moveable minor pentatonic scale and play increasingly challenging licks on the 1-4 strings.

  • Percussive Lead: Chicken Pickin'

    Learn how to identify chicken pickin' as a percussive lead guitar technique and play two signature chicken pickin' licks.

Study Theory

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  • Learn the Notes on Every String

    Learn how to find notes on any string with this collection of music theory basics.

  • How to Read Rhythm

    Take the first step to learning theory while improving your rhythmic reading skills.

  • Scales You Should Know

    Improve your dexterity and ability to improvise using theory by mastering these foundational scales.

  • Fretboard Theory

    Unlock your understanding of fretboard theory with this collection of skills courses.

Scales & Warm-ups

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  • The Complete Set of Warm Ups

    Start your practice by fretting, pivoting and stretching with these skills.

  • Scale Library: Minor Pentatonic Scales

    Learning scale patterns builds dexterity and confidence to play up and down the neck. This Collection is an essential list of the five minor pentatonic scale patterns in five different keys across the fretboard.

  • CAGED System: Major Scales

    Master the fretboard with these scale patterns in five different keys. Then get insights from Fender Play LIVE!

  • Deep Dive: Em Pentatonic Scale

    The E minor pentatonic scale is a guitarists best friend. Learn it across the fretboard to open up a world of solo possibilities.

  • Level Up: Pentatonic Scale Warm Ups

    Take your practice routine to the next level, gain fretboard familiarity and develop finger dexterity with pentatonic scale sequences.

  • D Major Scale: Pick Style & Finger Style

    Dive into music theory basics by learning and drilling the D major scale. Then practice the scale without a pick!

  • ABCs and the A Major Scale

    Learn to play an A major scale up one string and across multiple strings.

  • ABCs and the E Major Scale

    Learn the basics of playing the E Major Scale in open position.

  • ABCs and the E Harmonic Minor Scale

    Learn how to play the harmonic minor scale and give your playing some flavor.

  • ABCs and the E Phrygian Dominant Scale

    This exotic sounding scale is a favorite for metal players.

Back to Basics

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  • Getting Started

    Learn everything you need to start playing now, from how to hold your guitar to how to play your first notes.

  • Troubleshoot Your Playing

    Learn how to overcome common new player issues with tips on tuning, posture, playing notes and chords.

  • No Guitar? No Problem

    In this collection you’ll find loads of great content to keep you learning - from troubleshooting advice, to easy theory, to fun Fender history. So, dig in and keep the practice going, no instrument needed!

  • Guitar Maintenance 101

    From changing strings to fixing common issues, learn about the basics of maintaining your electric guitar in top condition.

  • Nail That Tone

    Explore how FX pedals can be grouped together & adjusted to create a plethora of awesome tones.

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