"The Moment Scales Finally Made Sense."

I was recently asked to watch a new video on scales — and to be honest, it was exactly what I needed.

During my studies, I always knew scales were important. At least, I assumed they were. But if I’m being honest, I didn’t have a firm, personal understanding of why they mattered. They felt like something you’re “supposed” to do, without a clear connection to real music.

That changed after watching this video.

For the first time, I gained a solid understanding of why scales are so important — not just as an idea, but through actually doing the exercise. Something clicked.

Instead of just repeating patterns, I began experimenting on my own. I tried different scales. I intentionally played notes outside the scale. I listened carefully to what happened when the notes didn’t belong.

And suddenly, I could hear it.

The discord.
The tension.
The difference.

That’s when it became real.

I realized that scales aren’t just about finger movement or discipline — they’re about understanding how music works. They teach your ears just as much as your hands. They explain why certain notes feel right and others don’t, and how emotion is created at the piano.

For the first time, I wasn’t just practicing — I was learning.

And honestly?

It was fabulous.

That moment gave me a sense of clarity and excitement that I hadn’t felt before. Instead of guessing, I felt grounded. Instead of being puzzled, I felt curious and confident.

Now, scales no longer feel like a chore. They feel like a key — something that unlocks deeper understanding and opens the door to better playing.

This experience reminded me that progress doesn’t always come from doing more — sometimes it comes from finally understanding why.

And when that happens, everything changes.

With gratitude,
Ben Brown