Finally! A chord book written for the young beginner (or even beginners of any age) showing a creative and simple way to learn and play ukulele chords. Chords are taught beginning with the most essential to more advanced. Chords are presented with exercises that build upon each other and eventually lead the student to playing logical and common chord progressions. Chords are shown in chord diagram form with photographs showing finger positions in relationship to the fretboard. Examples and exercises are presented in strum bar notation.•
While the 'ukulele is enjoying a well-deserved renaissance on the mainland, in the land of its birth, it has never gone out of style. Hawaiians took to the jumping flea right from the start, creating music of stunning beauty and versatility. Now intermediate players can learn to play lovely finger style solo arrangements of classic Hawaiian songs, folk songs, standards–even a few pieces from the classical guitar repertoire.The book offers 27 arrangements from around the world written in standard notation and tablature playable on any 'ukulele. Songs are grouped according to level of difficulty, starting with simple arrangements well within the grasp of dedicated beginners and intermediate players and leading through more challenging songs featuring unusual chord voicings, inversions up the neck, tricky fingerings and all the fun stuff the author could muster. to aid the student, the companion CD includes all of the songs taught. Includes chord charts, inversion studies, introductory material on finger-picking and making the transition from strumming to melodic playing.
Anyone can learn to play the ukulele, and play it well. No previous knowledge of music is necessary. Strum and pick both harmonies and melodies. First Lessons Ukulele provides a simple approach for learning how to play the ukulele without reading music. from the most basic necessities, such as holding the uke properly and forming simple chords, up to more advanced techniques, which include transposing, using second and third position chords, and picking and strumming melody solos. Companion CD included.•
The First Book and DVD in The Complete Ukulele Method! Perfect for beginning ukulelists as well as players who want to enhance their knowledge, Beginning Ukulele teaches everything you need to know to get started on the instrument, including chords, strumming, picking, basic music theory, and reading tablature (TAB) and standard music notation. Guitarists wanting to expand their musical horizons will also find this to be the perfect introduction to playing the ukulele. The book features lots of fun songs in a variety of styles, including rock, blues, Hawaiian, fiddle tunes, and fingerstyle. On the DVD, Daniel Ho's friendly, easy-to-understand explanations and demonstrations make learning to play the ukulele fun and easy. Featuring practice tips and other important issues for the beginning ukulelist, Beginning Ukulele is the most thorough method available for beginning ukulele students. Features: * Examples in easy-to-read TAB and standard music notation * Songs and solos to practice * Special ukulele strums and other right-hand techniques, such as fingerstyle and picking * Left-hand techniques, including hammer-ons, pull-offs, and slides * Topics such as music theory, improvising, and how to practice * Lessons on ukulele styles, including folk, Hawaiian, rock, blues, and more!
Learn How to Play the Ukulele in DAYS & Master 21 Songs! Ready to learn how to play the ukulele...today? With Ukulele For Beginners, you can, even if you've never touched an instrument before! Don't fret about what came before; now that you're in the capable hands of Ukulele For Beginners: 21 Songs in 6 Days, no ukulele chord is out of reach. And that's just the beginning... This book is the simplest, easiest, and most efficient way for beginner musicians to learn ukulele and master a whole set-list worth of songs. Here's why: Instruction AND videos are provided free with your purchase of this music book. No matter your learning style, you can read, listen, or watch as you play along with your ukulele. You're learning from a Grammy Award nominated educatorand former Harvard Master Class piano teacher. All songs are well-known, easy-to-learn folk songs so you can up your confidence and play with ease, eliminating the learning curve. AND all songs (from Row Row Row Your Boat to Three Blind Mice to Frere Jacques) include: strum patterns, chord diagrams, sheet music, and lyrics - everything you need to make your 1st-and 21st-song sound perfect. So whether you read music already or are just searching for your personal Ukulele For Dummies, look no further! The 21 Songs in 6 Days songbook allows you to sing along, go back to review, and learn at your pace with the FREE bonus online video instructions! Make it easy to master the ukulele... grab your copy of this Amazon Best Seller today. Complete Songlist: Are You Sleeping? Row, Row, Row Your Boat Three Blind Mice Have You Seen the Ghost of John? Hey, Ho, Nobody Home Ah, Poor Bird Frere Jacques Chatter With the Angels A Ram Sam Sam Shoo, Fly, Don't Bother Me (in F) Hush, Little Baby (in F) Oats, Peas, Beans and Barley Grow (in F) C, then G7 Etude Shoo, Fly, Don't Bother Me (in C) Hush, Little Baby (in C) Oats, Peas, Beans and Barley Grow (in C) He's Got the Whole World in His Hands Polly Wolly Doodle Jingle Bells This Land Is Your Land For He's a Jolly Good Fellow Oh, When the Saints I've Been Working on the Railroad Red River Valley
This book is for the intermediate and advanced level players. It displays all chords in six tunings for the different sizes of the ukulele. of course, there are other books which show how to build chords, but when you are playing a new song, you need an almanac for a quick look over all the possibilities to play a certain chord. That leads you into arranging a song and creating your very own style of playing.
Are you a ukulele beginner? Learn to play 21 Easy Ukulele Folk Songs today! Beginner-friendly "21 Easy Ukulele Folk Songs" may be the best way to learn, play and master traditional folk music on the ukulele. Here's why... This is not just a book of ukulele songs. The authors teach you how to play them in the book and via free online tutorial videos included with your purchase. All songs are arranged in order from easiest to hardest, starting with great-sounding 2-chord ukulele beginner songs you can learn in minutes. Diagrams and photos of finger placement for all chords eliminate frustration. All songs include lyrics and both musical and tab notation. Don't read music? Difficulty with chords? Simply follow the tabs and play melody. The authors make it as easy as falling off a log! You'll be learning from the award-winning musicians and music teacher duo who authored the best-selling ukulele book 21 Easy Ukulele Songs for Christmas and developed a popular ukulele teaching curriculum used by thousands of students. FREE BONUS VIDEOS: Your purchase includes online video instructions for all 21 songs, so you can hear the songs and see how to play them. There's a whole section in the book with directions and screenshots on how to activate your free membership at the authors' website. In no time, you'll be filling your home with these nostalgic folk song favorites: Lovely Evening Lil' Liza Jane Happy Birthday Go Tell Aunt Rhody Wabash Cannonball Big Rock Candy Mountain Worried Man Blues St. Louis Blues Goodnight, Irene Down by the Riverside Sometimes I Feel Like a Motherless Child Sakura All Through the Night Beautiful Dreamer Molly Malone Shenandoah The Ash Grove Take Me Out to the Ball Game Turkey in the Straw My Bonnie Lies Over the Ocean Sweet Betsy from Pike 21 Easy Ukulele Folk Songs Also Teaches You: How to read tablature (tabs) - even if you've never played before, this book is all you need to play familiar folk songs, quickly and easily. How to perform easy or elaborate strumming patterns for each song to suit your skill level and add interesting variety. How to fingerpick and use simple techniques to create different sounds to add your own flair to your folk song performances. Plus a brief history of each song, a glossary of terms, and more. It's never been easier to learn, play and master traditional folk songs. You'll be ready to impress and entertain your friends and family at gatherings and sing-a-longs throughout the year. Grab your copy of 21 Easy Ukulele Folk Songs today!
Do you want to play hymns with ease and grace? Move from confusion to confidence with an ordered music educational program? Progress from playing solo to playing with others? 21 Easy Ukulele Hymns has everything you need to master inspirational worship songs. And you'll learn amazing ukulele skills that will transform your playing. Are you tired of simply strumming chords? Do you want to get the resources and knowledge you need to make your own song arrangements? Would you like to play sacred music with others? Or create versions where you can give an easy part to a new beginner and a more complicated part to yourself? 21 Easy Ukulele Hymns will give you the musical knowledge you need to be able to progress and grow. You'll learn how to read tab play a melody on your ukulele combine and vary elements of a song to create beautiful arrangements for solo or group playing We've put the songs in order from easiest to hardest. You'll probably be able to play some right away. The first one, "Simple Gifts", uses only two chords and a simple strumming pattern. And you'll be delighted when you see that there are 13 hymns that use only three chords. We've also included many ways to play each song. For example, there are 5 versions of "Simple Gifts". You can sing the melody and strum the chords play the melody. There's melody tab for each of the 21 hymns so you can learn the melody without reading music. play "Simple Gifts" in two different keys. We give 15 of the songs in two keys. You can choose a key that is either comfortable for singing or works with other instruments. fingerpick an accompaniment. 2 of the songs have fingerpicking accompaniments written out in tab. You'll love learning this beautiful playing style. choose a simple or complex strumming pattern. Or choose a different strumming pattern for each verse. 9 of the songs have strumming patterns written underneath the music. This format makes it easy to see how the melody fits with the accompaniment. By trying many versions of the same song you can learn what makes music easier or harder to play express your musical creativity get the excitement of tackling challenges when you're ready have fun making arrangements to play with others. Some people can sing and strum and some people can play the melody. Imagine the gladness and connection you'll feel playing this sacred music in a group. And you can be sure that this collection of worship ukulele songs has all the essential elements you need. For each song you get chord stamps and a suggested strumming pattern several verses so you can sing it at a club or in a devotional setting historical information Please note, for a digital version of this book plus a video course we recommend you buy the hymn kit from our website. Song List Simple Gifts What a Friend We Have in Jesus Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee Church in the Wildwood Shall We Gather at the River? Nearer My God to Thee Jesus Loves Me Give Me That Old Time Religion Fairest Lord Jesus Blest Be the Tie That Binds How Great Thou Art Rock of Ages This Little Light of Mine I Come to the Garden Alone For the Beauty of the Earth Be Thou My Vision The Doxology Amazing Grace (bonus song) Prayer of Thanksgiving All Things Bright and Beautiful Be Still My Soul A Mighty Fortress Is Our God If you want to experience the joy of creativity and self expression now, grab your copy of 21 Easy Ukulele Hymns today!
Learn to play chords on the ukulele with this comprehensive yet easy-to-use book. Contains over 1000 chord diagrams for the most important 28 chord types, including three voicings for each chord. Also includes a lesson on chord construction and a fingerboard chart of the ukulele neck.
This 32 page Ukulele Blues method book covers the basics of the blues for the standard tuned Ukulele (GCEA). The basics of the blues progression is covered along with the shuffle groove, turnarounds, pentatonic scales and song examples. 8 Bar Blues 12 Bar Blues 16 Bar Blues Turnarounds Pentatonic Scales These songs are charted inside Trouble In Mind Let The Mermaids Flirt With Me Ain't No Grave Freight Train High Fever Blues See That My Grave Is Kept Clean Sweet Home Chicago
