I’m delighted to announce the launch of Part 3 of my eBook series, Practising the Piano. Part 3 is a single, bumper volume on scales and arpeggios starting with a guide to the basic skills required followed by chapters for the elementary, intermediate and advanced levels.
As with my other eBooks, Part 3 features numerous video demonstrations, exercises written out in manuscript and practice suggestions. It also features a number of resources and interactive tools to keep you motivated and to make your practising more effective:
Scales index
This section provides an index of all major, harmonic and melodic minor scales with key signatures, fingerings and variations for practice. There is also a keyboard diagram of each scale so the beginner will be able to see the note patterns at a glance.
Scales and arpeggios charts
Download printable practice charts for ABRSM Grades 1 through to 8 featuring a grid layout with the keys listed vertically and the types of scales horizontally. Teachers can use these to assign scales for practising in between lessons, and for students to keep a record of what they have practised.
Scales and arpeggios generator
Don’t you wish there was a way to test yourself on the scales and arpeggios for your grade? Part 3 includes a scale generator that randomly selects these from the ABRSM syllabus for you. It will keep you on your toes by requesting additional ways of doing them (different touches and speeds, and so on) and gives you an optional self-scoring mechanism for charting your progress.
There are so many different and creative ways to practise your scales (have you ever tried the “Russian” way?). Practising the Piano Part 3 shows you exactly how to practise your scales in the most effective, fun and interesting way – you need never find scale practice to be boring again!
Preview or buy Practising the Piano Part 3
Click on “Preview” for a free preview or on “buy” to purchase Part 3 of Practising The Piano now.
Bought it this morning, will be digging into it shortly, can’t wait.
Do let me know how you get on with it, Noel.
Hi, can you clarify what level of players these are aimed at? I’m in my 60s and have been playing for less than a year. I obviously want to improve but, without hopefully being negative, I’m realistic about how far I can go. Would these help?
Many thanks.
Hi Geoff – I have written a chapter on the basics and then separate chapters for elementary, intermediate and advanced players. I suggest starting at the beginning and working through the earlier exercises until you find your level. Then, slowly go through the more advanced suggestions and exercises.
thank you for making that clear, Geoff.