I'm getting to the point where I've just about got comfortable with the CAGED major scale patterns all over the neck - and I'm wondering where to turn next.
Relevant ojectives:
1) Get to the point where I can hear a chord progression and confidently improvise an articulate, expressive solo
2) Improve knowledge of theory to help get the songs out of my head
Note: I'm riff-based hard rock oriented.
Current Daily Scales Regime:
1 key* x 5 patterns x 5 reps (25 total) @160bpm
1 pattern* x 5 keys x 5 reps (25 total) @160bpm
+ general noodling
*rotate key/pattern each day
Note: this is /part/ of the regime - just the scales part.
Next?:
There are a whole bunch of places I could go next (in no particular order):
-explore links between the boxes, e.g. play scales diagonally
-deepen understanding of intervals within the scales
-build speed
-minor scales
-the pentatonic patterns
-etc
I guess my challenge is figuring out what best to invest in.
Specific Questions:
-Any opinions as to where to turn next, in terms of being most useful vs my objectives?
-Any other suggestions as to topics to add to the wislist?
-Any suggestions as to the practice regime?
Thanks!
-Iain