Identifying and Practicing Major and Minor Scales

1. Making Scales:

• Major scale pattern:

  • Whole, Whole, Half, Whole, Whole, Whole, Half.
  • Think of it as: W, W, H, W, W, W, H.

• Minor scale pattern:

  • Whole, Half, Whole, Whole, Half, Whole, Whole.
  • This one goes: W, H, W, W, H, W, W.

2. Notes in Major and Minor Scales:

• Major Scales:

  • There are 7 unique notes.
  • For example, in C major, the notes are:
    • C, D, E, F, G, A, B.

• Minor Scales:

  • Also has 7 unique notes.
  • Take A minor as an example:
    • A, B, C, D, E, F, G.

3. How to Practice:

• Begin on the main note of each scale.
• Go up and down each scale.
• Use a metronome to keep a steady beat.
  • A good speed to start with is 60 beats per minute (BPM).

4. Fun Facts:

• There are 12 different major scale keys.
• There are also 12 different natural minor scale keys.
• Practicing these scales regularly can make your fingers more agile!
  • You might improve your finger movements by 20%.

Get ready to start practicing your scales! It's a fun way to get better at music.