Scale Form IV - AaronShearerFoundation.org

E Major uses Scale Form IV which invloves two squeeze shifts and new notes, D# at XI on (6), VIII on (3) and XI on (1).

Review and visualize the scale:

Now practice:

Begin with m,i alternation; when comfortable switch a,m (m,a) alternation.
Maintain legato connection. When descending the scale, strive to have your left-hand fingers in a prepared posture, hovering near the frets before they play.
When secure, practice the scale while vocalizing the note and watching your hands.
Finally, play and say the scale one stroke per note from memory.