This thread is optional, but it’s usually a very good idea to check in here once you’re done for the day. Consistency is everything in a program like this, and a simple public check-in helps a lot more than most people expect. How to check in Post a comment using this format: Week X - Day X completed Example: Week 1 - Day 3 completed That’s it. No explanations needed. Just mark the work done and move on with your day. Use this thread as your running log for the full 8 weeks.

This is where things start to get really interesting. We’re moving beyond just building the mechanics and getting into patterns and movements that actually start to feel like real playing. Here’s what you’ll be working on this week: • Paul Gilbert style sequences for tighter, cleaner string crossings • “Pentatonic sweeps” using rest strokes to prepare you for sweep picking • 3-1-3 shapes for arpeggios and pentatonics. This opens up a completely new way of moving across the neck • A Richie Kotzen style sequence that builds position shifting and hammer-ons from nowhere Everything is still structured and controlled, but now you’ll start to feel how this connects to real musical applications. If you’re not in yet, this is a great time to jump in. You’re not behind. It doesn’t matter if you start on week 1 or week 4. The improvement comes from doing the work properly. Go to the classroom, start where you are, and get to work.

I fell way behind on Legato Intensive because of work related nightmare. But here’s a cool all hammer etude from Kiko: https://youtube.com/shorts/m7xdYMpTKSQ?si=hLC_CCO5gcLgHIVQ

This is a nice variation on the classic 3nps sixes run, got this idea from Vinnie Moore. https://youtu.be/dbrq1GzmsBo

Week 3 is now live in the classroom. If you haven’t started yet, you are not behind. People joined the Alternate Picking Intensive in week 6, 7, even after it ended, and still made great progress. The results don’t come from when you start. They come from doing the work. So if this looks interesting to you, just get started now. This week we take things further: • All hammers We’re working through the full 24 finger permutations. This is one of the most effective ways to build real control, timing, and independence in your fretting hand. Some of these will expose weaknesses immediately. • Two-string Paul Gilbert–style sequences, but played legato. Both standard and mirrored versions. This is where your string crossing control and timing really get tested. • Multi-string Longer sequences across full scale shapes, plus Yngwie-style patterns, stretch pentatonics, and string-skipping arpeggios. This is where everything starts coming together. If week 1 and 2 felt manageable, this is where it starts to feel more demanding. Take your time, keep it clean, and stay relaxed. Go to the classroom, start working through the material, and use this thread if you have any questions.