


Half & Whole Stepsīefore we look at how major and minor scales are constructed, you need to know two simple units of measurement on the keyboard: half steps and whole steps.Ī half step is the distance from one key to the very next one, such as a white key to the next black key or from a black key to the next white key.Ī whole step is the distance from one white key to the next white key, or from one black key to the next black key. Want to practice major and minor scales? Pick up a scale book (affiliate) with the fingering written in to help you master these exercises. Tired of practicing scales or confused by them? Learn why scales are important to learn and how they'll improve your piano technique. Wondering what is the difference between major and minor scales? Why do they sound different, and how can you tell them apart? Let's learn all about how these two types of scales are constructed.
