All of the practice methods involving rhythms and accents display a sound icon. Tapping this gives you a demonstration of how that rhythm/accent sounds. Occasionally there are other practice methods that also have a sound icon, helping you to understand exactly what to do.
How will ScaleBlitzer know which scales to test me on?
You tell ScaleBlitzer what to test you on by entering tasks in the homework screen.
Will ScaleBlitzer teach me how to play scales?
No. Your music teacher does that. ScaleBlitzer simply makes it fun to practice and revise them!
What’s the difference between Go on Tour and Practice Studio?
Go on Tour tests you on all the scales you ever entered for homework, and keeps track of how you’re going so you don’t forget things. Practice Studio focuses only on the tasks in the current homework list, so that you can concentrate on particular things if you want to.
What’s the general idea behind ScaleBlitzer?
ScaleBlitzer makes playing scales and arpeggios fun and exciting. Instead of just playing them over and over in the same old way, ScaleBlitzer asks you to practice them with all different methods e.g. ‘descending only’ or ‘loud and fast’. By applying a huge variety of practice methods to your scales, you’ll never get bored PLUS […]
If I switch characters will I lose my wardrobe items?
No. You’ll have just as many options for your new character.
How can I see the wardrobe items my character has earned?
Your reward for playing lots of scales in Go on Tour is that you’ll be offered an encore. If you say ‘Yes’ you’ll be taken to the wardrobe.
I’m just about to finish my Grade 5 piano exam. Which pack should I buy?
It’s always good to discuss these things with your teacher but it would probably be best to buy Stage 4.
I learn two instruments. Can I use two different packs at the same time?
Yes. If you have already purchased another pack for your second instrument, all you need to do is tell ScaleBlitzer which instrument you’re practising that day. Go to ‘My Instrument Packs’ (quaver icon) and tap on the correct pack.
I’m doing a Grade 3 piano exam. Should I buy Stage 3?
Since Stage 2 caters for students at around Grade 2-3 standard, it would probably be best to buy Stage 2. However, if you’re near the end of Grade 3 and just about to graduate to Grade 4, Stage 3 would be a better purchase.