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Piano-scale and melodic-study format
The material is organized through written scale and melodic-study approaches.
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Hal LeonardThesaurus of Scales and Melodic Patterns
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The Korena take
Built as a deep reference for scales and melodic ideas, this Hal Leonard volume presents its material through piano-scale formats and melodic studies while remaining adaptable to any instrument. Its value is in having a broad pool of patterns close at hand when you are working on written music or developing improvisational ideas. First published in 1947, it remains a focused study resource rather than a song collection.
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Who this is for
- Developing melodic material for composition or improvisation across any instrument.
What matters in use
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Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
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Adaptable for all instruments
Its scale and pattern material is not restricted to piano use.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is this only for piano?
No. It uses piano-scale and melodic-study formats, but the material is adaptable for all instruments.
02What does the book cover?
It is a reference of scales and melodic patterns for composition and improvisation.
