This book is an excellent resource for pianists of all levels who want to improve their understanding and playing of scales and arpeggios. The book is organized into chapters that cover major, harmonic minor, natural minor, and melodic minor scales in both one and two octave formats. For each scale, the book provides the finger numbers and key diagrams, as well as the formula for constructing the scale.

One of the strengths of this book is its focus on providing clear and concise information. The finger numbers and key diagrams make it easy for the reader to understand the proper fingering and hand position for playing each scale. The formula for constructing the scales provides a deeper understanding of how the scales are built and how they relate to each other.

Another strength of the book is its organization. The chapters are well-structured and easy to navigate, which makes it easy to find the information you need. The exercises are also well-organized and provide a progressive approach to practicing scales and arpeggios.

The book also includes a section on arpeggios, which provides an introduction to arpeggios and their importance in piano playing. The section includes finger numbers and key diagrams for common arpeggios, as well as exercises for practicing them.

Overall, “Scales and Arpeggios for Piano and Keyboard” by Guruprasad is a valuable resource for pianists who want to improve their playing of scales and arpeggios. The finger numbers and key diagrams, along with the formula for constructing the scales, make it easy for the reader to understand and play the scales correctly. The well-structured organization and progressive exercises also make it easy for the reader to practice and improve their playing over time