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Learn in this video how to play and study, systematically, all major and harmonic minor scales on the piano. Complete classical piano course: https://www.descomplicandoamusica.com... 00:00 Introduction on the importance of studying scales 01:12 What is a scale? 03:55 Harmonic minor scale 08:37 Tricks for studying scales 12:56 Complete major scales 14:48 Complete harmonic minor scales 16:27 How to study scales (study methodology) 23:53 Complete study schedule Important concepts of the class: What is a scale? A scale is an ordered set of notes. Structure of the major scale: tone - tone - semitone - tone - tone - tone - semitone. Structure of the harmonic minor scale: tone - semitone - tone - tone - semitone - tone+semitone - semitone. It is important to always practice scales to: Develop technique (the ability to play at a fast speed); Improve finger coordination; Have an overview of tonality; Familiarize yourself with fingerings and scale shapes, which are very common in classical pieces. Tips for studying scales: Follow the study methodology; Think about the changes and notes of the scales before playing them; Play all the notes of the scale together, as if it were a chord.