Right Hand Melody · Lesson 8 of 12

C Major Scale — Thumb Crossing

C major scale over one octave using proper thumb-under technique. Finger 1 passes under finger 3 at the E→F transition. Fingering numbers mark the crossing point clearly. This technique is essential for playing any scale continuously.

What you'll practice

Execute thumb-under crossing (finger 1 under finger 3)Play C major scale one octave smoothlyCore fingering technique for all scales
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