Scales on Piano for Beginners C Major Scale

Scales on Piano for Beginners C Major Scale

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Performing Arts

1st - 6th Grade

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This video tutorial introduces the C major scale, explaining its simplicity due to the use of all white keys. It guides viewers on locating the C note on a piano and demonstrates playing the scale with correct fingering techniques for both hands. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of thumb positioning and practicing fingering to master the scale. It also covers playing the scale in one octave and introduces the concept of parallel and contrary motion scales, highlighting the coordination required for both hands.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes the C major scale one of the easiest scales to start with?

It starts on a black key.

It uses all white keys.

It uses all black keys.

It has fewer notes.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where is the C note located on the piano?

In the middle of the keyboard.

Right before the set of two black keys.

Right after the set of three black keys.

At the end of the keyboard.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key to mastering the right-hand fingering for the C major scale?

Using only the pinky finger.

Playing as fast as possible.

Keeping the thumb in position.

Using only the index finger.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the starting finger for the left hand when playing the C major scale?

Thumb

Index finger

Middle finger

Pinky

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When playing the C major scale with both hands, what is a crucial aspect to focus on?

Ignoring the thumb position.

Playing only with the right hand.

Ensuring both hands move at the correct spot.

Using only the left hand.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In a parallel scale, what is different about the left hand's fingering?

It starts with the thumb.

It starts with the pinky.

It uses only the index finger.

It uses only the middle finger.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a challenge when playing scales with both hands together?

Keeping both hands in sync.

Ignoring the notes.

Using only one hand.

Playing with eyes closed.