A chromatic approach lick targeting the root of a Cmaj7 chord. Chromatic passing tones create tension that resolves beautifully.
e|--8--9--10--11--12--| B|--8--9--10--11--12--|
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Accent the final note (fret 12). The preceding chromatic notes are 'approach' tones — keep them lighter. This technique is used by every jazz guitarist to create tension before resolving to a chord tone.