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Numerous piano tutorials are available on UA-cam, but some can be overwhelming for beginners. Kaitlyn's teaching methodology is quite different, as she understands the needs of a true beginner. Her teaching style is relaxing, and she uses user-friendly methods that are easy to comprehend. Thank you Kaitlyn!
D-flat/C# major - 1:30 G-flat/F# major - 2:20 B major - 2:46 C major - 5:43 G major - 6:33 D major - 6:46 and A and E major F major - 7:27 B-flat major - 8:22
I didn’t notice this video was made 2 weeks ago. 4 weeks ago I started picking up the piano and I’m so glad that there are more videos like this pumping out. Thank you so much Kaitlyn!!
Ahhhhh ... no fingering details for last 3 (Bb Major, Eb Major & Ab Major) scales...(Im just finishing compiling my tick chart for practicing the Scales) ... i can wait till my Scale & Appegio Book arrives - im in UK, the book you recommended is ordered coming from USA... but i think i'll still have plenty to practice from what u've already shown in your vid) ... Thank You for explaining these scales & best way to learn.
@lyndasoar4345 Hi Lynda, I think those are ABRSM grade 3 scales, in the UK. You may be able to find practice papers with the fingerings for them online. Hope your Alfred's scale book arrives soon.👍🏽
All Major and Minor (melodic and harmonic) scales and Dorian and Aeolian modes in 3 octaves with arpeggios plus chromatic and whole tone scales in various parallel intervals. Working on the other modes presently. Baby steps.
I've learned more on the circle in this than when it was discussed at greater length in an earlier vid. Also this video came at just the right time for me as chords are what I am currently working on.
Thank you for showing how to conquer these scales. I am a beginner, and I have to learn C,D,G,A,E before the end of the semester. I have been struggling with tempo and just overall learning. That being said, I'm still enjoying the process. 😊 Thank you again.
Level = Easy 🟢 1:28 Db M 2:20 Gb/F# M Explanation (2:12) 2:47 BM (2:45) 5:08 Circle of Fifth Explanation (3:27) 5:29 Level 2 🟢 ->all have the same fingering CM 6:33 GM (6:30) has F# 6:45 DM has F# C# AM EM Level 3 🟠 7:51 FM hands cross over atst (7:27) Level= hard 🔴 8:23 Bb M Eb M Level= Super challenging 🔴⚠️ Ab M
I have found this very helpful. Saw the Db tip in another of your videos and tried it with great success. Also the advantage of 'C' for reverse direction 2 handed scales. Up to 'D' with that one a day later. I'm definitely going to follow the order you suggest. In traditional piano lessons years ago it was all focused on number of sharps and flats (up to 3) I had always assumed what that what turns out to be the easiest keys were in fact the hardest. In my own misguided exploration I have previously stumbled on the key of C minor and found it very ergonomic. Just seems to fall under the shape of my hands. Funny thing is back then when studying music full time for 3 years (guitar major) I used to grab my guitar in the morning and while watching music videos on TV try to pick the key of the songs. (Something my teachers thought very useful) It surprised me back then just how many were in the key of C minor. Mostly your dance stuff. Groove based. Guess that was why.
I use the same fingering for every scale and it works quite well, I'm curious if you have heard about it or not but it seems much faster than however many unique fingerings you've in your video.
Your explanation is very helpful. Although I can play the songs I want , I still haven’t learned my scale. You video has inspired me to get started. Thanks 😊
Thanks u really covered the theory. Normally I just tried to memorise the finger position. I just started with Major chords. Not yet on minor and sharp/flat chords
Thanks for pointing out the necessity of correct finger placement for scales, honestly I was getting a bit lazy but you’ve motivated me to play correctly!
I’m learning the grand form of scales now. 2 up, 2 out, 2 in, 2 up, 2 down, 2 out, 2 in, 2 down. It’s a lot. But it’s within range if you start with 1 octave, then 2, then 3, then 4. Do some parallel and some contrary. It takes some brain work to do contrary. 12 major keys, 12 natural minor keys, 12 harmonic minor keys, 12 melodic minor keys. My least familiar are the melodic minors. But my biggest issue is building speed. Especially in contrary motion. You have to almost get one hand so that it can play on autopilot and pay close attention to the other. Some scales are better than others. B harmonic minor and F# harmonic minor are the toughest. The black keys help to act as landmarks. It’s when there is a near even mix of white and black keys that I find the hardest. But I enjoy the challenge.
A time line of the progression necessary to become fluent would be very helpful. I don't think I came away with the understanding of just how much practice and time we're talking about. "How long should this take" is a legitimate question. I've been at it for years now and I'm pretty good at playing a given scale, but I dont' have it near the degree of fluency that I think is necessary to become a really good player. Can you illustrate this better? I picked piano back up in my late 40's after quitting in 11th grade (from 1st on and off to 11th grade I took lessons). I was never made to do scales regularly so I never developed the fluency and 2nd nature aspect. This takes t i m e.... but just how does one go about self regulating the progress without doing damage?
Yes, legitimate question. But is there an answer? I like to think of Malcolm Gladwell's Outliers, "ten thousand hours is the magic number of greatness." If you practice an hour a day, that's 27.38 years! Let's round up to 28 years with you practicing 4 hours a day. That's HYPOTHETICALLY 7 years! Still a long time! But I like to think that's with effective practice!!! But also, this is the magic number of GREATNESS! What if I just want to settle for good or "average" or...? I know I didn't really give an answer, but hopefully this gives an idea of how much effort it can really take as well as a hypothetical timeline! You'll be great when you're in your 60's! LOL
Excellent Kaitlyn, I have started using the Scale book you recommended, I love the nice bold printing 🧐 I am moving forwards now after being stagnant for ages! Has a bonus my Ginger cat doesn’t leave the room when I play now so I must be doing something right, keep up the good work Kaitlyn 😻😊
... this is very helpful & plainly explained... Information. Im floating about learning bits from this/that book/vid & songs. (i purchased rhythmic Training/work books by Robert Starer, after your recommendation vid). Tomorrow(later today) i'll be preparing major scales & chord charts, plus circle of 5ths(i kno these can b bought but i believe it aids learning process to make them myself) & gradually work my way through ur other vids. Thank you. nb. you asked for info: i'm a whizz at 'C Major' & 'D Major' chords ... I've obviously got a lot to learn .. but im enjoying it so much. :)
I returned to the piano. I realized I cannot spend all day every day talking about and writing about pot and meth, so I decided to return to the piano after a 38 year hiatus. (I’m a defense attorney so I spend all day talking and writing about drugs and all sorts of things that you don’t want to know about. I need a diversion 😂). Update to follow in several months….Your videos are clear and concise, and very engaging. Maybe I’ll try some online classes😊
Because of your suggestion, I bought that book 0:45 and I LOVE IT!!! Also, I know you didn’t talk about this in this video, but I’ve commented In past videos but you didn’t answer. What website do you use to get you piano lead sheets???
From what i have learned that you should finish the scale with finger you started. so why you used for Ab major 21231234 in steed of 41231234. Actually you did that for every scale in right hand. Why? do i do it wrong? example for Gb major RH goes 43213214?
Hi Kaitlyn. Thank you so much for this! I love your teaching method and approach. I'm starting to learn piano and as for scales, I have covered the major C G D A E B so far. Moving forward, I will apply your suggestions in this lesson.
But its still only "one way teaching", it lacks the immediate feedback necessary to ensure proper position and form. I gather as many "tips" as I can find but it doesn't replace one on one.
This video teaches you how to tackle all of the scales and what order to take them in. It's purpose was not to go through every single fingering for all scales. This would be too long for UA-cam. I did provide a book that will provide you all of the correct fingerings.
I see a lot of seemingly argumentative or conflicting comments here. I’m new to piano, but not new to learning. One style doesn’t fit all learners. Perhaps rather than arguing this teachers methods, let those who learn from it, learn from it. And those who do t learn from it, look elsewhere for a teaching style that suits them?
🚀Discover exactly what to learn on piano IN ORDER so that you can learn your favorite songs FAST! Watch my free training: www.try.piano.ly/free-training
Numerous piano tutorials are available on UA-cam, but some can be overwhelming for beginners. Kaitlyn's teaching methodology is quite different, as she understands the needs of a true beginner. Her teaching style is relaxing, and she uses user-friendly methods that are easy to comprehend. Thank you Kaitlyn!
Inspiring the world 🌎 who love playing keyboards .
D-flat/C# major - 1:30
G-flat/F# major - 2:20
B major - 2:46
C major - 5:43
G major - 6:33
D major - 6:46
and A and E major
F major - 7:27
B-flat major - 8:22
Thank you for this
I didn’t notice this video was made 2 weeks ago. 4 weeks ago I started picking up the piano and I’m so glad that there are more videos like this pumping out. Thank you so much Kaitlyn!!
This is a one of the best explanation of major, minor scales, as well as circle of 5ths, I finally get it. Thank You!!
Hooray! I'm glad it helped!
Recognizing patterns is SOOOO important. I'm glad that you teach it this way. For students just beginning it's very helpful.
The finger numberings were helping a lot! I think they’re missing for Bb through Ab which made it a little harder to follow but over all thanks a lot
Ahhhhh ... no fingering details for last 3 (Bb Major, Eb Major & Ab Major) scales...(Im just finishing compiling my tick chart for practicing the Scales) ... i can wait till my Scale & Appegio Book arrives - im in UK, the book you recommended is ordered coming from USA... but i think i'll still have plenty to practice from what u've already shown in your vid)
... Thank You for explaining these scales & best way to learn.
@lyndasoar4345 Hi Lynda, I think those are ABRSM grade 3 scales, in the UK. You may be able to find practice papers with the fingerings for them online. Hope your Alfred's scale book arrives soon.👍🏽
@@lynzannabel6990 thank you... :)
@@lyndasoar4345 My pleasure.😊
All Major and Minor (melodic and harmonic) scales and Dorian and Aeolian modes in 3 octaves with arpeggios plus chromatic and whole tone scales in various parallel intervals. Working on the other modes presently.
Baby steps.
This is a good explanation of circle of fifth many thanks God Blessing
I've learned more on the circle in this than when it was discussed at greater length in an earlier vid. Also this video came at just the right time for me as chords are what I am currently working on.
Glad it was helpful!!
When doing 2 octaves fingering gets weird, right? Seems I have to switch the first or last finger for another.
Thank you for showing how to conquer these scales. I am a beginner, and I have to learn C,D,G,A,E before the end of the semester. I have been struggling with tempo and just overall learning. That being said, I'm still enjoying the process. 😊 Thank you again.
Tradition says you should always start with the c major scale and minor scale since it’s all white keys.
Screw tradition. Chopin taught his scales from B major for the same reasons stated here. It makes so much more sense with the anatomy of the hand.
Thank you for this video. I was wondering which scales should I learn first and with this division of the circle of fifths it will make more sense.
Level = Easy 🟢
1:28 Db M
2:20 Gb/F# M Explanation (2:12)
2:47 BM (2:45)
5:08 Circle of Fifth Explanation (3:27)
5:29 Level 2 🟢
->all have the same fingering
CM
6:33 GM (6:30) has F#
6:45 DM has F# C#
AM
EM
Level 3 🟠
7:51 FM hands cross over atst (7:27)
Level= hard 🔴
8:23 Bb M
Eb M
Level= Super challenging 🔴⚠️
Ab M
I have found this very helpful. Saw the Db tip in another of your videos and tried it with great success. Also the advantage of 'C' for reverse direction 2 handed scales. Up to 'D' with that one a day later. I'm definitely going to follow the order you suggest. In traditional piano lessons years ago it was all focused on number of sharps and flats (up to 3) I had always assumed what that what turns out to be the easiest keys were in fact the hardest. In my own misguided exploration I have previously stumbled on the key of C minor and found it very ergonomic. Just seems to fall under the shape of my hands. Funny thing is back then when studying music full time for 3 years (guitar major) I used to grab my guitar in the morning and while watching music videos on TV try to pick the key of the songs. (Something my teachers thought very useful) It surprised me back then just how many were in the key of C minor. Mostly your dance stuff. Groove based. Guess that was why.
I could watch you for hours! Beautiful teacher
Very good, thank you! I always have problems remembering the scales so this and the circle of fifth helped me understand them.
What a clear step by step friendly memory muscle video! Thank you ❤
I use the same fingering for every scale and it works quite well, I'm curious if you have heard about it or not but it seems much faster than however many unique fingerings you've in your video.
Same bro im now wondering if i have to learn those way
Bought the book, got it on Kindle - works well on the iPad.
Your explanation is very helpful. Although I can play the songs I want , I still haven’t learned my scale. You video has inspired me to get started. Thanks 😊
Thank you for this lesson Kaitlyn. It’s a video I’ll be coming back to as I’m definitely guilty of trying to run before I can walk.. 🙂
Great! That is a common problem and you're already ahead since you're aware of it. Good job!
Thanks u really covered the theory. Normally I just tried to memorise the finger position. I just started with Major chords. Not yet on minor and sharp/flat chords
Very useful tips👍
Glad it was helpful!
Thanks for pointing out the necessity of correct finger placement for scales, honestly I was getting a bit lazy but you’ve motivated me to play correctly!
Thank you very much Kaitlyn. Always a pleasure and I learn a lot from watching your videos. You make them very entertaining. Thanks do much ❤
Excellent and thank you.
I’m learning the grand form of scales now. 2 up, 2 out, 2 in, 2 up, 2 down, 2 out, 2 in, 2 down.
It’s a lot. But it’s within range if you start with 1 octave, then 2, then 3, then 4. Do some parallel and some contrary. It takes some brain work to do contrary.
12 major keys, 12 natural minor keys, 12 harmonic minor keys, 12 melodic minor keys. My least familiar are the melodic minors.
But my biggest issue is building speed. Especially in contrary motion. You have to almost get one hand so that it can play on autopilot and pay close attention to the other.
Some scales are better than others. B harmonic minor and F# harmonic minor are the toughest. The black keys help to act as landmarks. It’s when there is a near even mix of white and black keys that I find the hardest.
But I enjoy the challenge.
Thank you for mentioning The Alfred's Complete Book of Piano Scales, Chords, Arpeggios and Cadences. It's an underrated resource.
This is an absolutely incredible video.
A time line of the progression necessary to become fluent would be very helpful. I don't think I came away with the understanding of just how much practice and time we're talking about. "How long should this take" is a legitimate question. I've been at it for years now and I'm pretty good at playing a given scale, but I dont' have it near the degree of fluency that I think is necessary to become a really good player. Can you illustrate this better? I picked piano back up in my late 40's after quitting in 11th grade (from 1st on and off to 11th grade I took lessons). I was never made to do scales regularly so I never developed the fluency and 2nd nature aspect. This takes t i m e.... but just how does one go about self regulating the progress without doing damage?
Been Looking for the answer to this
Yes, legitimate question. But is there an answer? I like to think of Malcolm Gladwell's Outliers, "ten thousand hours is the magic number of greatness." If you practice an hour a day, that's 27.38 years! Let's round up to 28 years with you practicing 4 hours a day. That's HYPOTHETICALLY 7 years! Still a long time! But I like to think that's with effective practice!!! But also, this is the magic number of GREATNESS! What if I just want to settle for good or "average" or...? I know I didn't really give an answer, but hopefully this gives an idea of how much effort it can really take as well as a hypothetical timeline! You'll be great when you're in your 60's! LOL
Thank you this was really helpful ❤
Yes thank you, but we have to move along board, not so limited one octave...
How does this only have 9k views?! This is incredible. Also I'm a drummer so I appreciate you making a simple tutorial lol
M from India...very nice video ..thanks
Você é uma professora maravilhosa! Tenho aprendido muito com suas lições. Parabéns!
Thank you!
So when notes says E for example its always an E major? Or does that go for the circle thing only?
Excellent Kaitlyn, I have started using the Scale book you recommended, I love the nice bold printing 🧐 I am moving forwards now after being stagnant for ages! Has a bonus my Ginger cat doesn’t leave the room when I play now so I must be doing something right, keep up the good work Kaitlyn 😻😊
Awww😻😻😻😺😺😺😸😸😸❤️❤️
... this is very helpful & plainly explained... Information.
Im floating about learning bits from this/that book/vid & songs. (i purchased rhythmic Training/work books by Robert Starer, after your recommendation vid). Tomorrow(later today) i'll be preparing major scales & chord charts, plus circle of 5ths(i kno these can b bought but i believe it aids learning process to make them myself) & gradually work my way through ur other vids.
Thank you.
nb. you asked for info: i'm a whizz at 'C Major' & 'D Major' chords ... I've obviously got a lot to learn .. but im enjoying it so much. :)
I returned to the piano. I realized I cannot spend all day every day talking about and writing about pot and meth, so I decided to return to the piano after a 38 year hiatus. (I’m a defense attorney so I spend all day talking and writing about drugs and all sorts of things that you don’t want to know about. I need a diversion 😂). Update to follow in several months….Your videos are clear and concise, and very engaging. Maybe I’ll try some online classes😊
Interesting!Just today watched “Better Call Saul” 😅
On Db, according to all material I read, the fingering of the last C# on left hand should be middlefinger(3)?
I had never seen that blocking used for scales. Not pretty at all, but efficient and it might help me remember Db/C#.
Yep, it's not pretty, but it works and also helps you to remember to keep your wrists loose and relaxed!
Good presentation ma'am thank you
Thank you so much
I only know 3 scales. C,D and E major. You're saying to follow the circle of 5ths starting with C major?
I love this ❤❤❤. Easy to learn, thanks
So glad it made it feel easy for you!
Because of your suggestion, I bought that book 0:45 and I LOVE IT!!!
Also, I know you didn’t talk about this in this video, but I’ve commented In past videos but you didn’t answer. What website do you use to get you piano lead sheets???
Thanks for the video it made me understand all lot
From what i have learned that you should finish the scale with finger you started. so why you used for Ab major 21231234 in steed of 41231234. Actually you did that for every scale in right hand. Why? do i do it wrong? example for Gb major RH goes 43213214?
tnx!
What does 2 octaves vs 1 octave mean?
THANKS
Useful tips. Waiting for your live session coffee with Kaitlyn.
Thanks for watching!
how many songs have you written?😍😍😍
Thanks for this, my piano teacher suck at explaining, she like to rush things 😓
Do you need to memorize the scales?
I've gone over them countless times yet I still can't remember them.
Thx for this very useful video but what about minor scales fingerings?
All scale fingerings are in the book that I recommend!
Please get that book, ITS AMAZING
What about E flat and A flat?
what minor scales should i learn?...
That Sonic Reference for drowning 👌
Bro I love the editing 😂 u are hella funny
Hi Kaitlyn. Thank you so much for this! I love your teaching method and approach. I'm starting to learn piano and as for scales, I have covered the major C G D A E B so far. Moving forward, I will apply your suggestions in this lesson.
3:32 is that Istanbul??
You got me with the sonic drowning music lol
going to buy the book of amozon looks useful
Thanks,24 keys.
Nice
I would start learning 2 octaves right off. I have found students have a hard time going past that first octave.
Playing a lil fast for me I’m zooming in but vid not super clear
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C,G,D,A,E,B. Am, Dm, Gm, Cm, Fm, Bbm(?). (See what I'm doing?! Lol) Slán!
How long should it take to learn scales? 1 hr a day, 1 per week? 1 every 2 weeks? Maybe 1 a month, sheeze.
But its still only "one way teaching", it lacks the immediate feedback necessary to ensure proper position and form. I gather as many "tips" as I can find but it doesn't replace one on one.
The minors must be a different vid, as I didn't see them on this vid
You said you would do them all, but you didn't do E Major, and that's what my son needed.
That music from the sonic the hedgehog made me feel anxious 😞
You’re an awesome teacher! Please pull back the FX though it takes away from such great instruction
Hat a petty gripe... ley her be herself... I like her the way she is
I disagree. Love it!
Do you give her money for her lessons? Or do you just take for free and expect them tailored to your preferences?
I know zero scales 😊
we know 120 scales
you didnt describe the fingering order for Bb, Ab, Eb....you ran through it....
This video teaches you how to tackle all of the scales and what order to take them in. It's purpose was not to go through every single fingering for all scales. This would be too long for UA-cam. I did provide a book that will provide you all of the correct fingerings.
She's really pretty isn't it
I see a lot of seemingly argumentative or conflicting comments here. I’m new to piano, but not new to learning. One style doesn’t fit all learners. Perhaps rather than arguing this teachers methods, let those who learn from it, learn from it. And those who do t learn from it, look elsewhere for a teaching style that suits them?
Actually there's only 15 Major and Minor scales.
Just looking at the wheel of fifths, there seem to be more than 15?
@@kristoferblondell431 You right. I meant to say there's only 30 Major and Minor keys. I forgot to double it 😂
I know zero of scales still.
And it's not because of the trainer.
PIano is difficult.
No.😊😊😊
Thank you! *****
Outstanding. Thank you. Very helpful.