SKU: PE.DHC80096
ISBN 9780983353607. UPC: 644718009629. English.
In this region-free, highly informative instructional DVD, six-time Grammy award-winner Daniel Ho presents 'Ukulele: A Beginning Method. Chapters: What to look for when choosing a ukulele * Proper playing technique * How to practice efficiently * The C, F, and G Major scales * The main chords in the keys of C, F, and G * Basic strumming patterns and arpeggios * Improvising with pentatonic scales * Musical exercises featuring Pineapple Mango, Amazing Grace, and Pachelbel's Canon. Subtitles available in Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Thai, and English.
SKU: KJ.KG1S
ISBN 9780849774003. UPC: 780849774003.
SKU: MB.20229M
ISBN 9780786687244. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
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 ukulele 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. Includes access to online audio and video.? No previous music knowledge necessary.? Strum and pick both harmonies and melodies.? Takes you from basic skills such as forming simple chords, to advanced techniques, such as transposing and soloing.? Includes access to online audio and video.
SKU: MB.NGB109
ISBN 9781883206987. 9 X 12 inches.
Learning to play the ukulele has never been easier. Ted and Wayne will walk you through everything you need to know to get started playing the ukulele. You will learn how to select the right uke, how to tune it, a variety of strums and how to play the melody and backup to 37 folk, swing, Hawaiian and gospel favorites. Includes easy-to-read tab, simple chord diagrams, and an instructional audio CD.
SKU: HL.14064018
SKU: MB.30029M
ISBN 9780786692729. 8.75 x 11.75 inches.
This book and companion audio provide the most basic introduction to the ukulele available. Starting with a chord that requires no left hand finger at all, the book introduces simple chords and easy rhythm strums using a number of well-known songs. Students who feel totally overwhelmed by other methods will find this approach quick and easy to understand. The music on the companion audio is played at a moderate tempo so that beginners can play along with ease. The book is catered to students of all ages and levels. Includes access to online audio.
SKU: HL.581260
ISBN 9780876392256. UPC: 196288077046. 9.0x12.0x0.199 inches.
Learn the ukulele! Berklee Basic Ukulele is an easy-to-follow, funintroduction to the ukulele--the perfect guide for the beginning ukulele enthusiast! The book begins with the basics of reading music notation (traditional notation, ukulele tablature, and chord diagrams), which can serve as a review or a handy primer for those with noprior reading experience. You will then learn a variety techniques for playing melodies, strumming chords, and accompanying yourself singing, with many tunes in a diversity of styles as examples. You will learn various rhythms and strum patterns, starting from very basic strumming and then slowly incorporating more complex right hand techniques, and learn to strum along with your favorite (ororiginal) songs. Each chord, strum pattern, and concept is coupled with exercises and songs to give you ample opportunities to absorb the material, with demonstration and play-along audio tracks. Includes: ? How to hold the ukulele, play with healthy hand/body position, and produce a good tone. ? The notes of the ukulele fingerboard. ? The basics of music theory, which you will then use to help learn songs and develop an overall intuitive sense for how to play the ukulele. ? Essential chords and chord strumming patterns for different styles. ? Melodies and chordal accompaniment parts to songs such as ??Aloha 'Oe,? ??Amazing Grace,? ??Bound for South Australia,? ??Hi'ilawe,? ??Hinei Ma Tov,? ??Londondeery Air,? ??Simple Gifts,? ??When the Saints Go Marching In,? ??Will the Circle Be Unbroken?,? and others!
