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MAJOR ARPEGGIOS
MAJOR ARPEGGIOS
This section shows the conventional major arpeggio shapes commonly used on guitar. Major arpeggios are built from the root, major third, and perfect fifth, outlining the notes of a major chord one at a time.
These shapes are movable across the fretboard, so the same fingering can be used in different positions. When you move the shape, the name of the arpeggio changes depending on the root note, while the interval structure stays the same.
Major arpeggio shapes help you connect chords and melodies, and are a fundamental tool for understanding harmony and navigating the fretboard.
MINOR ARPEGIOS
MINOR ARPEGGIOS
This section shows the conventional minor arpeggio shapes commonly used on guitar. Minor arpeggios are built from the root, minor third, and perfect fifth, outlining the notes of a minor chord one at a time.
These shapes are movable across the fretboard, so the same fingering can be used in different positions. When you move the shape, the name of the arpeggio changes depending on the root note, while the interval structure stays the same.
Minor arpeggio shapes are essential for melodic playing, chord-based solos, and understanding minor harmony across the neck.
DOMINANT 7th ARPEGGIOS
DOMINANT 7th ARPEGGIOS
This section shows the conventional dominant 7th arpeggio shapes commonly used on guitar. Dominant 7th arpeggios are built from the root, major third, perfect fifth, and minor seventh, outlining the notes of a dominant 7th chord one at a time.
These shapes are movable across the fretboard, so the same fingering can be used in different positions. When you move the shape, the name of the arpeggio changes depending on the root note, while the interval structure stays the same.
Dominant 7th arpeggio shapes are widely used in blues, jazz, and rock, and are a powerful tool for creating tension and outlining chord changes
MAJOR 7th ARPEGGIOS
MAJOR 7th ARPEGGIOS
This section shows the conventional major 7th arpeggio shapes commonly used on guitar. Major 7th arpeggios are built from the root, major third, perfect fifth, and major seventh, outlining the notes of a major 7th chord one at a time.
These shapes are movable across the fretboard, so the same fingering can be used in different positions. When you move the shape, the name of the arpeggio changes depending on the root note, while the interval structure stays the same.
Major 7th arpeggio shapes are widely used in jazz, pop, soul, and fusion, and are ideal for creating smooth, melodic lines and outlining rich harmonic color.
MINOR 7th ARPEGGIOS
MINOR 7th ARPEGGIOS
This section shows the conventional minor 7th arpeggio shapes commonly used on guitar. Minor 7th arpeggios are built from the root, minor third, perfect fifth, and minor seventh, outlining the notes of a minor 7th chord one at a time.
These shapes are movable across the fretboard, so the same fingering can be used in different positions. When you move the shape, the name of the arpeggio changes depending on the root note, while the interval structure stays the same.
Minor 7th arpeggio shapes are widely used in jazz, blues, funk, and rock, and are essential for outlining smooth, melodic minor harmony.
DIMINISHED 7TH ARPEGGIOS
DIMINISHED 7th ARPEGGIOS
This section shows the conventional diminished 7th arpeggio shapes commonly used on guitar. Diminished 7th arpeggios are built from the root, minor third, diminished fifth, and diminished seventh, creating a tense and symmetrical sound.
These shapes are fully movable and symmetrical, meaning the same shape repeats at regular intervals across the fretboard. When you move the shape, the name of the arpeggio changes depending on the root note, while the interval structure remains the same.
Diminished 7th arpeggio shapes are widely used in jazz, classical, and metal music, and are powerful tools for creating tension, modulation, and dramatic movement.
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