From the “I Hate To Practice Series” scales and other basic exercises are presented in a visual chart format to see the similarities between certain scales. The purpose of scale practice is to learn the half and whole step relationships throughout the fingerboard. Many students are fearful of certain key signatures and delay learning minor scales. If the pitches are removed and the fingerings are taught from patterns, those tendencies can be overcome. The inclusion of fingerboard charts help students who are more visual learners.
From the “I Hate To Practice Series” scales and other basic exercises are presented in a visual chart format to see the similarities between certain scales. The purpose of scale practice is to learn the half and whole step relationships throughout the fingerboard. Many students are fearful of certain key signatures and delay learning minor scales. If the pitches are removed and the fingerings are taught from patterns, those tendencies can be overcome. The inclusion of fingerboard charts help students who are more visual learners.
