Oh, I should probably state in the OP my goal. I simply want to be good enough to read a music sheet and then play it. I don't care if it's a classical or a modern pop piece. As long as I develop enough proficiency...
I listened to the advice and bought myself a Hanon book this afternoon. The other two I think can wait until I'm more comfortable with playing. I'm also trying to learn how to sight read.
As for scales and stuff, is this what you're talking about?
http://8notes.com/resources/notefind...ano_chords.asp
Is it necessary to learn all that?