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How do you play an a flat scale?

A flat major scale:

- A♭ - B♭ - C♭ - D♭ - E♭ - F♭ - G♭ - A♭

Here are the steps on how to play the A♭ major scale on the piano:

1. Start on the white key A♭.

2. Play white key B♭

3. Play black key C♭

4. Play white key D♭

5. Play white key E♭

6. Play white key F♭

7. Play black key G♭

8. Play white key A♭ (one octave higher than the starting note)

Here is the fingering for the A♭ major scale:

- 1 – 2 – 3 – 2 – 1 – 2 – 3 – 1

- Left Hand: 5 - 4 - 2 - 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5

Tips:

- Make sure to keep your fingers curved and relaxed.

- Play each note evenly and with a consistent volume.

- Practice the scale slowly at first, then gradually increase the tempo.

- Try playing the scale in different octaves.

- Experiment with different rhythms and dynamics.

- Have fun!

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