Let’s get real about something most singers secretly avoid…
Scales. 😬

I know. They’re not glamorous. They’re not flashy. But here’s the truth:

If you want to feel confident at the keyboard—whether you’re warming up, learning new music, or supporting your students—scales are your shortcut to clarity and control.

Why Scales Matter More Than You Think

Scales are more than a technical drill. They’re foundational.

🎹 They Build Coordination

Playing major and minor scales in every key helps your hands learn to move together, efficiently and fluidly. You don’t need to play like Horowitz—you just need to play with confidence.

🧠 They Train Your Brain

When you know your scales, you start seeing patterns in your music: key signatures, intervals, finger groupings. Suddenly, that new piece you’re learning doesn’t feel like reading Greek.

🎶 They Support EVERYTHING You Do as a Singer

From vocal warm-ups to musical interpretation, your scale knowledge boosts your harmonic awareness and helps you practice smarter—not longer.

But What About Fingering?! (Yep. That’s Where Most Singers Freeze.)

Here’s a simple breakdown that’ll make practicing feel less like decoding a math problem:

Standard Fingering for Ascending One-Octave Scales
Right hand: 1–2–3, tuck under, 1–2–3–4–5
Left hand: 5–4–3–2–1, cross over, 3–2–1

This works beautifully for keys like:
Major: C, G, D, A, E
Minor: a, e, b, d, g, c

Descending? Just reverse it:
Right hand: 5–4–3–2–1, cross over, 3–2–1
Left hand: 1–2–3, tuck under, 1–2–3–4–5

More sharps or flats? More black keys? You’ll use modified fingerings—but don’t worry, they’re learnable!

Want to Make It Second Nature?

That’s exactly what I teach you in Piano Savvy for Singers.

You’ll get step-by-step fingering videos plus the Savvy Scales Workbook to guide you through every major and minor key—no more second-guessing or Googling at the keyboard.

How to Practice Like a Pro

Don’t overthink it—just stay consistent:

• 🎵 Start with one octave at a time
• ↔ Practice parallel motion first, then try contrary
• 🧭 Use a metronome (slow and steady wins every time)
• 🎯 One major + one minor scale per day is more than enough
• ✍️ Track your progress in a journal—you’ll see results faster

Even 5–10 focused minutes a day makes a huge difference.

Want to Learn the Smart Way?

Inside Piano Savvy for Singers, I’ll guide you through:

• 🎥 Video instruction for every scale
• 🎼 Fingering breakdowns in both hands
• 📓 The downloadable Savvy Scales Workbook
• 🎯 Practice tips tailored specifically for singers—not pianists

This course was made for you—the singer who wants to stop avoiding the piano and start using it as a tool for freedom, confidence, and artistry.

Ready to start?
👉 Head to the Online Courses page and enroll in Piano Savvy for Singers today.

Let’s stop avoiding the keyboard and start using it to fuel your artistry.
You’ve got this.