The F Lydian Scale - Position Two

The F Lydian Scale consists of the following notes:  F G A B C D E F

The F Lydian Scale is played at Position Two meaning that we place our first finger (index) on the second fret, our second finger (middle) on the third fret, our third finger (ring) on the fourth fret, and our fourth finger (pinky) on the fifth fret.

Practise using all four fingers on all four fret positions on all six strings before continuing.  Once you are comfortable with each position, move onto the next step.

String        Finger           Fret
E           *1    2    4           1   3   5
A               1  2    4           2   3   5
D               1  2     4          2   3   5
G               1   3   4           2     4 5
B                  2     4                3   5
E             *1   2    4           1   3   5

*indicates a reach is needed, your first finger (index) must reach to the first fret

Practise playing the scale forwards and backwards.
Remember to stay on the TIPS of your fingers
Try your best to play TO A BEAT, tapping your foot is a great way to keep a beat.
The next step is to say each note name as you climb up or down the scale.  (F G A B C D E F)

THEORY TIDBIT

The F Lydian Scale gets its name based on the fact that it starts on an F and follows a pattern known as Lydian.  Lydian is thought of as going from Fa to Fa (Fa So La Ti Do Re Mi Fa) or in this case, F to F (F G A B C D E F).

At this point, you should be able to play 3 scales, (B Locrian, A Minor, and F Lydian) both forwards and backwards TO A BEAT.  You should be able to name each note as you are playing.