Introduction to Scales and Chords for Guitar
essential for any guitarist. Scales provide the foundation for melodies and solos, while chords create harmony and structure. In this introduction, we’ll explore the basics of scales and chords for guitar.
Scales: A scale is a sequence of notes played in ascending or descending order. Scales are constructed based on patterns of whole steps (W) and half steps (H). The most common scale in Western music is the major scale, which follows the pattern W-W-H-W-W-W-H. For example, in the key of C major, the C major scale consists of the notes C, D, E, F, G, A, and B.
