Friday, April 29, 2011

Creative Ways to Practice Scales

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Accelerando/Ritardando – both ways. Add dynamics.

Accent unusual notes – for example, accent the 2nd of each group of 4 16th notes.

Articulations – all staccato, or different slur/staccato combinations

Dynamics – each hand a different level of sound. Also, start LH forte then diminuendo while RH starts piano and crescendos. Meet in the middle.

Formula Patterns in all keys, including melodic minors.

Intervals - Play up a third and descend by a second. Repeat.

Slurring – conscious overlapping.

Rhythms – see suggestions in any Hanon book.

Upside Down – start at top and descend first.

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