THIS Is How To Learn ALL Your Piano Scales: Ultimate Guide

[@pianoly]

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[@TerryDanielVoiceoverTutorials]

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!

[@klaskie.]

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

[@andbyHISgrace7]

Thank you!

[@jameswilson6186]

This is a one of the best explanation of major, minor scales, as well as circle of 5ths, I finally get it. Thank You!!

[@pianoly]

Hooray! I'm glad it helped!

[@eugenepark8058]

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!!

[@lisahansen6014]

Recognizing patterns is SOOOO important. I'm glad that you teach it this way. For students just beginning it's very helpful.

[@Fatimaspringtime]

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

[@tomasz-piano-adventure]

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.

[@ahussein92]

This is an absolutely incredible video.

[@fabiancosster2992]

This is a good explanation of circle of fifth many thanks God Blessing

[@Philip---pip267]

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.

[@pianoly]

Glad it was helpful!!

[@ryanjohnson7245]

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.

[@karlcheney1039]

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!

[@heckinaustin5894]

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.

[@user-ez7eo5xc8m]

Thank you so much

[@percyhxtn5307]

Thank you for mentioning The Alfred's Complete Book of Piano Scales, Chords, Arpeggios and Cadences. It's an underrated resource.

[@diyproductions2036]

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.. 🙂

[@pianoly]

Great! That is a common problem and you're already ahead since you're aware of it. Good job!

[@lyndasoar4345]

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.

[@lynzannabel6990]

@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.👍🏽

[@lyndasoar4345]

@@lynzannabel6990 thank you... :)

[@lynzannabel6990]

@@lyndasoar4345 My pleasure.😊

[@RaciouS91]

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

[@beadyr4810]

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 😊

[@alexanderauld7046]

Tradition says you should always start with the c major scale and minor scale since it’s all white keys.

[@elsabassi4557]

What a clear step by step friendly memory muscle video! Thank you ❤

[@zozikfreeman9403]

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 ❤

[@21299]

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?

[@denveringram2304]

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.

[@patrickgracia627]

I could watch you for hours! Beautiful teacher

[@andbyHISgrace7]

Thank you! This is awesomeness!!! I am a "level ZERO" beginner (Me: Sounds like Po from Kung Fu Panda). ☺

[@jeffh5388]

Outstanding. Thank you. Very helpful.

[@normansuchorzewski1026]

Bought the book, got it on Kindle - works well on the iPad.

[@faerni1]

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😊

[@Alex-pp4wj]

Interesting!Just today watched “Better Call Saul” 😅

[@fejki56]

tnx!

[@balmoraltowers]

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 😻😊

[@niiii_niiii]

Awww😻😻😻😺😺😺😸😸😸❤️❤️

[@julianplacencia]

When doing 2 octaves fingering gets weird, right? Seems I have to switch the first or last finger for another.

[@lyndasoar4345]

... 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. :)

[@jbentonio]

I had never seen that blocking used for scales. Not pretty at all, but efficient and it might help me remember Db/C#.

[@pianoly]

Yep, it's not pretty, but it works and also helps you to remember to keep your wrists loose and relaxed!

[@jamilmedeiros1280]

Você é uma professora maravilhosa! Tenho aprendido muito com suas lições. Parabéns!

[@pianoly]

Thank you!

[@rob-442]

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.

[@user-iv6kd9ob1r]

Very useful tips👍

[@pianoly]

Glad it was helpful!

[@josh.miller]

How does this only have 9k views?! This is incredible. Also I'm a drummer so I appreciate you making a simple tutorial lol

[@alexgoriatchenkov]

Yes thank you, but we have to move along board, not so limited one octave...

[@ARTOFSOUL999]

I love this ❤❤❤. Easy to learn, thanks

[@pianoly]

So glad it made it feel easy for you!

[@jsumethira5256]

Thanks for the video it made me understand all lot

[@rikardnordin2263]

On Db, according to all material I read, the fingering of the last C# on left hand should be middlefinger(3)?

[@samuelrubyvarakumar3493]

Good presentation ma'am thank you

[@shivshukla167]

M from India...very nice video ..thanks

[@mannjtn]

Useful tips. Waiting for your live session coffee with Kaitlyn.

[@pianoly]

Thanks for watching!

[@jasonMimi]

THANKS

[@anonymous-qs9nq]

Thanks for this, my piano teacher suck at explaining, she like to rush things 😓

[@lindseysromalla]

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???

[@LaloElGentuzas]

3:32 is that Istanbul??

[@ShunsukeK1]

That Sonic Reference for drowning 👌

[@michellescarborough16]

I only know 3 scales. C,D and E major. You're saying to follow the circle of 5ths starting with C major?

[@aspegel5281]

You said you would do them all, but you didn't do E Major, and that's what my son needed.

[@yaoguangtang1759]

Thanks,24 keys.

[@ernestgould953]

going to buy the book of amozon looks useful

[@z911empire]

You’re an awesome teacher! Please pull back the FX though it takes away from such great instruction

[@jwohlers94]

Hat a petty gripe... ley her be herself... I like her the way she is

[@jimmylovesbikes]

I disagree. Love it!

[@FrankDux-uo7ig]

Do you give her money for her lessons? Or do you just take for free and expect them tailored to your preferences?

[@joshuachristopher1425]

What about E flat and A flat?

[@jonasdelacruzjonasdelacruz6451]

Nice

[@martieduplessis9052]

❤

[@denice5118]

Thx for this very useful video but what about minor scales fingerings?

[@pianoly]

All scale fingerings are in the book that I recommend!

[@lindseysromalla]

Please get that book, ITS AMAZING

[@lisahansen6014]

I would start learning 2 octaves right off. I have found students have a hard time going past that first octave.

[@robertking2809]

Do you need to memorize the scales?
I've gone over them countless times yet I still can't remember them.

[@darthcaliginous2066]

4:42 im calling the damn cops

[@austinmchale7232]

C,G,D,A,E,B. Am, Dm, Gm, Cm, Fm, Bbm(?). (See what I'm doing?! Lol) Slán!

[@ericrobertson1557]

The minors must be a different vid, as I didn't see them on this vid

[@prabaharanaece]

we know 120 scales

[@jeffg4686]

I know zero of scales still.
And it's not because of the trainer.
PIano is difficult.

[@slvalive]

you didnt describe the fingering order for Bb, Ab, Eb....you ran through it....

[@pianoly]

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.

[@anonymike8280]

No.😊😊😊

[@poemsnow4898]

Thank you! *****