Notes on 1st string n 2nd string

Notes on the First String
Knowledge of the notes that are on each string is necessary for understanding guitar theory.
The first string is also known as the high E string. The main notes in the first position on the
first string are E (open), F (1st fret) and G (3rd fret). The first position refers to the first 4
frets of the guitar.

Exercise:

Note picking is a skill that is used in all types of music. For now, we will use it to

familiarize ourselves with the note names on each string in the first position. Pluck these first

string notes with a downward picking motion. Notice that your fingers should match the fret

number when playing in the first position:

Notes on the Second String

The second string is also known as the B string. The main notes in the first position on the

second string are B (open), C (1st fret) and D (3rd fret).

Exercise:

Pluck these second string notes with a downward picking motion