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Grade 4 - Chromatic Scale

Meet the chromatic scale: it moves in semitones. Master neat fingering, clear note names, and even tone so your scale sounds smooth and confident.

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Fascinating Fact:

Piano trick: use thumb on white keys and third finger on black keys wherever possible. Left hand mirrors the pattern.

In Specialist Music Theory, the chromatic scale uses every semitone. You’ll practise clear enharmonic spelling, apply accidentals correctly, and plan efficient fingering so runs stay even at faster tempos.

Key Terms

Semitone: The smallest step in Western music; the distance between two adjacent piano keys.
Accidental: A sharp, flat, or natural sign that raises or lowers a note by a semitone.
Enharmonic: Two note names for the same pitch (e.g., G? and A?), chosen to fit the musical context.

Frequently Asked Questions (Click to see answers)

What is the chromatic scale in music theory?

The chromatic scale is a sequence of twelve pitches that move only by semitone steps, using every black and white key within the octave.

How do I finger a chromatic scale on piano smoothly?

Use thumbs on white keys and third fingers on black keys where possible, keeping hands relaxed and crossing early to avoid bumps in tone.

Should I write G sharp or A flat in a chromatic scale?

Both sound the same. Choose the enharmonic spelling that suits the key or direction: use sharps ascending and flats descending unless notation requires otherwise.