MOVEABLE PATTERNS

It is important to develop the ability to improvise from within each pattern, for as you will come to understand the individual finger characteristics of each pattern spurs originality.  Often, licks played comfortable in one pattern become awkward when played in another.  Remember that each pattern overlaps its respective chord.  It is always simpler to  identify a chord position than the appropriate scale position.   By developing the abilities to improvise effectively in all five patterns, you will never be caught wondering where the next phrase or solo should be played.

Learn the individual sound of each scale pattern.  Train yourself to sing with the guitart.  Move around within the scale, skip intervals, learn to predict tones before they are played.  Develop a trained ear, and the skill to play correctly any note you can sing.