12 Bar Blues Chord Embellishments

We'll explore sophisticated chord embellishments using triad shapes (CAGED shapes) and Blusey 9th chord voicings!

I'll show you how to create lead lines that follow the I-IV-V progression using chord-specific approaches rather than staying in one pentatonic scale throughout.

The Interactive Tab below shows the notes that can go over chords in a 12 Bar Blues using a slide and triad

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A. B, and E major chord shapes

E9, A9 and B9 chord shapes

Key learning points:

• Triad shapes from within barre chord positions at 5th (A), 7th (B), and 12th frets (E)

• 9th chord voicings and a deeper understanding on how they are constructed

• Creating complete 12-bar progressions without needing backing tracks

• Integration of chord-based licks and the combo of traditional pentatonic approaches