This technique allows you to play scales and patterns using 3 notes per string. Makes it easier to go fast, use legato, etc. It will also help you break of the standard boxes and may give you some ideas for killer licks. I’ve included many 3 notes per string patterns here for you to see how this all lays out on the fretboard.

Below are five 3 note per string pentatonic patterns that shows two adjacent boxes.

Below are five three note per string pentatonic patterns that shows two adjacent boxes.

F Major Ionian
G Major Dorian
A Major Phrygian
Bb Major Lydian
C Major Mixolydian
D Major Aeolian
E Major Locrian

Below are 7 three note per string G Minor Scale Patterns.

Below are 7 three note per string Harmonic Minor Scale Patterns.

Below are 7 three note per string Melodic Minor Scale Patterns.

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