Ukulenny’s Zoom Tips for Musicians and Teachers
"I love using Zoom to host open mics and showcases, and it has the capability to feel like a radio show or a talk show, presenting multiple artists in the same room.”... Read More...
Lessons and Advice
Learn George Formby’s Lively Ukulele Strumming Patterns
While George Formby is renowned for his split-stroke prowess, creating seemingly syncopated lines through unique strumming, his use of triple strokes is just as enticing for players. ... Read More...
2 Techniques that Sound Great on Banjo-Ukulele
Banjo-ukuleles have a particular sound that lends itself to a nice variety of techniques. These include techniques from ragtime music of the 1920s–’30s, as well as techniques for banjo.... Read More...
How to Play Jazz on Your Ukulele: A Primer
The first trick is overcoming “jazz imposter syndrome,” the way that blues and rock players often feel when they try to play jazz standards. ... Read More...
Daniel Ward Teaches Flamenco Techniques for Ukulele
This Malagueñas lesson is a great way to delve into the flamenco sound and pick up a few tricks that seem flashy but are really not very difficult once you understand how they work.... Read More...
Learn to Play ‘Daytime Moon,’ a Jazzy Uke Tune by Victoria Vox and Casey MacGill
“Daytime Moon” might sound—and look—complicated, but it’s actually pretty simple. The song uses the classic 32-bar AABA song structure, so once you’ve learned the eight-bar A section, you’ll know 75 percent of the song! ... Read More...
Jim D’Ville Teaches the Otis Redding Classic ‘(Sittin’ on) the Dock of the Bay’ for Ukulele
“Dock of the Bay” is in the bright key of G major, a tonality that is somewhat at odds with its weary lyrics. The verse kicks off on the I chord, G. One of the most memorable aspects of the song is the second chord, the III (B). In a major key, the iii chord is minor, but in the case of “Dock of the Bay,” where it is stated as major, it seems to almost jump into your ears.... Read More...
How to Learn and Practice Major Scales on Ukulele with Solfège
Edited by Ukulele StaffOne of the most important aspects in learning to play any musical instrument is ear training and becoming familiar with the interval... Read More...
Video Lesson: Learn Some Basic Techniques for Ukulele
BY CRAIG CHEE | FROM THE SPRING 2019 ISSUE OF UKULELEWhen many of us start to play the ukulele, we want to play like our heroes. Troy Fernandez, Jake Shima... Read More...
Video Lesson: How to Smooth Out Your Ukulele Transitions Using Legato Techniques
BY DANIEL WARDLegato, an Italian word which translates to "tied together," means that musical notes are played smoothly and connected. Even if you are fami... Read More...