The Fretboard Navigation Monograph Series

The 5 - 7 - 12 Method: Volume 1
Master Note Names on Guitar

A logical, straight-forward system to help intermediate guitarists navigate, internalize, and memorize the notes on the guitar fretboard. Dive into the middle of the neck with confidence.

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Stylized guitar fretboard
Use these anchors to navigate

  • Master the Fret 5, 7 and 12 Anchors

  • Navigate using the Proximity Rule

  • Leverage Inter-String Relationships

  • Learn with Note Naming Exercises

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