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5 Ways to Master the Fretboard


There are a lot of ways of learning the entire fretboard out there, making it frustrating to figure out which method works best. This video breaks down and explains the five most popular methods for learning the fretboard, so that you can choose which method is right for you.


Over the past 20 years, Christian J. Triola has taught hundreds of students to play guitar and authored over two dozen popular guitar method books. He holds a Master’s Degree in Education and a Bachelor’s Degree in Music (Jazz Studies). He has used his knowledge and experience to create The Missing Method for Guitar, dedicated to creating high quality instructional materials to inspire and empower all levels of guitar player, from absolute beginners to professional musicians.


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