Scales and Etudes

How this timer works

A clear voice reads each step's cue as it begins; every cue is written out below. There is no ticking. The last five seconds of every step are counted out loud. A chime marks each change of step. It closes with “Practice done.”

1. Warm-Up

   Start with some gentle scales to warm up your fingers.

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2. Major Scales

   Focus on playing each scale evenly and clearly.

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3. Minor Scales

   Switch to minor scales, pay attention to your dynamics.

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4. Sight-Reading

   Challenge yourself with a new piece for sight-reading.

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5. Etudes

   Move on to etudes, focusing on technique.

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6. Cool Down

   End with some slow scales to cool down.

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