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.•
(Ukulele). An amazing collection of 50 accessible, must-know favorites for the beginner who's learned enough to feel ready to step into songbooks! This book features melody, lyrics, and chord diagrams. Includes: Amazing Grace * Both Sides Now * Edelweiss * The 59th Street Bridge Song (Feelin' Groovy) * Hallelujah * Hey, Soul Sister * I Walk the Line * I'd like to Teach the World to Sing * I'm Yours * Mack the Knife * Over the Rainbow * Peaceful Easy Feeling * Puff the Magic Dragon * The Rainbow Connection * Riptide * Singin' in the Rain * Take Me Home, Country Roads * This Land Is Your Land * We Are the World * You Are My Sunshine * and many more.
The perfect next step for kids with a basic understanding of how to play the ukulele, Kids’ Ukulele Song Book continues their musical practice with 30 new songs for kids to learn and play! Starting off with a quick review of the four basic ukulele chords, children will then learn brand new chords and single notes to build on their existing skills. From there, easy-to-follow guidance for 30 simple songs will have children strumming in no time – from Starlight Starbright and If You're Happy and You Know It to Emily's original singalong tunes! Kids can also create their own original songs using the songwriting template pages, use a practice chart for staying on track, cut-out colorful chord cards, and even access online audio to play along with author Emily Arrow, making this book is the ultimate continuation to expand and grow their ukulele skill set!
· Kid’s instructional guide to learning how to play the ukulele with 24 easy-to-learn songs, games, and activities · The perfect resource to introduce children to music and the benefits of playing an instrument · Provides an introduction to the ukulele – including kid-friendly fun facts on its history – the fundamentals (tuning, holding positions, etc.), basic chords, and more · Contains charming illustrations, diagrams, easy-to-learn chord stickers, and "Song Recipe" template pages for children to write their very own songs · Written by YouTube sensation, official Kala artist, award-winning children’s songwriter, and popular music educator Emily Arrow
QUICKLY Learn to Pluck, Strum and Sing 31 Fun Ukulele Songs! This carefully curated collection of EASY ukulele songs offers the perfect progression of chords, melodies and strumming patterns for kids and adults to learn ukulele fast! Play familiar children's songs, classics from popular music and even heartwarming Christmas songs! Each can be played in a variety of ways: You can pluck the melody by reading the TAB (ukulele tablature), sing the lyrics with one simple strum per chord, or try the suggested strumming pattern for an extra level of challenge. 31 Easy Ukulele Songs Includes: Ukulele fundamentals How to read TABs Technique mistakes to avoid 20 essential chords 23 strumming patterns Easy alternatives to hard chords TABs & lyrics Rhythm exercises 5 popular holiday songs 6 ways to practice each song 11 BONUS chord progressions FREE videos to guide you! & MORE! SUBSCRIBE to Pierre Hache Music on YouTube for FREE ukulele tutorials to guide you in your practice!
Learn everything ukulele—from chord progressions to playing pop, folk, and holiday favorites—and, yes, even Hawaiian music! The ukulele is hot. The season one finale of Glee featured a ukulele. The recent hit song "Hey Soul Sister" by Train includes the dulcet tones of a uke. Not to mention the runaway success of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. For anyone wishing to master this fun, surprisingly versatile instrument, Ukulele For Dummies covers all the basics—from chords and strumming patterns to guidance on finger-picking. The print version of the book includes a CD with audio tracks of the entire musical notation in the book—creating a total musical instruction package Offers instruction in a variety of styles—including pop, folk, holiday favorites, and Hawaiian music Features a buying guide for the novice—with tips on purchasing a ukulele plus other necessary accessories With its simple and clear instruction, and inspiration on every page, Ukulele For Dummies will have fans and first-time musicians making beautiful music—as they tiptoe through the tulips—in no time. Note: CD files are available to download after purchasing the e-Book version
(Fretted). The Hal Leonard Ukulele Method is designed for anyone just learning to play ukulele. This comprehensive and easy-to-use beginner's guide by acclaimed performer and uke master Lil' Rev includes many fun songs of different styles to learn and play. Includes: types of ukuleles, tuning, music reading, melody playing, chords, strumming, scales, tremolo, music notation and tablature, a variety of music styles, ukulele history and much more.
(Ukulele). This budget-saving combo pack of the content from the Ukulele for Kids Method Book and Ukulele for Kids Songbook by Chad Johnson is a fun, easy course that teaches children to play ukulele faster than ever before. Popular songs in the method book keep kids motivated, and the clean, simple page layouts ensure their attention remains focused on one concept at a time. The songbook is a useful supplement to the method presenting songs in order of dicculty using simple strumming notation. Access to audio tracks online is included for download or streaming using the unique code inside the book.
This book and accompanying audio include twenty of the most popular kids' tunes of all time, arranged for small hands to play on the ukulele. Chords are supplied for other instruments to join in the fun, as well as lyrics for singing. The ukulele tablature makes learning fun and easy, while the arranger (with 25 years of teaching experience) has laid the foundations for good fingerstyle technique. This book is therefore both fun and educational. The ukulele is a wonderful instrument for kids - cheap and cheerful, and ready-made for kids' small hands. Most ukulele books introduce chords from the first page, yet chords can be difficult and frustrating for child beginners. This book gets kids playing recognizable tunes right from the get go. Each song includes:- A standard notation clef with the words underneath- Chord symbols for guitar, keyboard or another ukulele to provide accompaniment- A tablature clef, which is what the kids should play Includes access to online audio.
“Say It With A Ukulele…” “… Grumbles some gramophone; Christ, tell me what to say to her Now that I’m used to my loneliness?” This verse from the poem “Fog” by George Seferis, the Nobel Prize winning poet from Greece, perfectly reflects the nature of the instrument and the emotions it can evoke. First introduced by Portuguese immigrants from Madeira to Hawaii, this traditional musical instrument has one of the most distinct sounds and immediately immerses everyone into its mesmerizing melody. The name ukulele means “jumping flea” in the Hawaiian dialect and was inspired by the way the fingers have to move in order to perform a song. Here’s How You Can Learn How To Play The Ukulele, Even If You Have Zero Experience! In this all-inclusive ukulele guide by Jason Randall, you will be able to gain an in-depth understanding of the history, chords and melodies of ukulele and start your own musical journey. By the end of this comprehensive ukulele guide, you will be able to • Learn The Chords • Understand The Melodies • Combine Them To Play Songs This Starter’s Guide To Ukulele Is Everything You Need In Order To Play! Well… almost everything, because you definitely need a ukulele too! That’s it! With your musical instrument and this all-in-one ukulele guide, you will be able to learn how to play ukulele from scratch, play famous melodies and embark on a musical adventure through the Hawaiian tradition and modern music. Looking For A Special Gift Idea For Your Loved Ones? Surprise your children, husband, wife or loved ones with this all-in-one ukulele guide and offer them the chance to learn how to play the ukulele properly. And the best part? Every single example in the book comes with an audio clip, so that you can easily understand the methodology and sound result. What Are You Waiting For? Click “Buy Now” & Say It With A Ukulele!
