(Video correction at: 3:24 – the root note is shown on the B string, not D string.)
This lesson takes a look at the D shape. This is one of the easiest CAGED shapes, as it's the same as the standard open D chord but moved up the neck.
We'll then learn to connect the D shape and C shape to further our goal of being able to connect these shapes and learn some great licks along the way!
Lesson aims
- Learn to play the C chord with the D shape
- Experiment with adding to the chord with other notes from the C major scale
- Try using this shape in other keys
C major chord in the D shape

Exercise 6 - Playing around the C chord in the D shape