Description
Nothing scratches that musical itch like the Blues …
Class Description
Blues for ʻUkulele: Basics & Beyond is part of my ukulele theme study series. Classes in this series feature a different topic of study each term – genre, style, artist, etc. – as applied to the ukulele. The focus of this series is learning to play and sing a variety of songs, set within a meaningful historical and cultural context. In other words, while we spend most of our time playing music, participants also learn about the origins of these songs, and their significance to those who wrote them, performed them, heard them, sang along with them, etc.
This is a mixed-level ukulele class for players of various learning styles and experience. Using popular and accessible songs, we’ll expand our repertoire of musical skills and technique in the process. For example, we’ll learn some new chords, various strumming / fingerpicking patterns, and occasional riffs and fills to complement our playing.
I recommend Blues for ʻUkulele: Basics & Beyond for players who are comfortable with:
- playing songs in the key of C, and ready to integrate new keys into their repertoire
- a basic strum pattern or two, and ready for more strumming guidance
- taking risks to learn new techniques
- open to learning about a different musical tradition
Class Details
This class is offered LIVE, in person in Beaverton OR:
- Thursdays 6:30-7:30pm
- Southminster Presbyterian Church: 12250 SW Denney Rd, Beaverton, OR
- 6 weeks: May 2 – June 13 (No class May 23)
- Registered participants receive weekly recap emails with reminders of our prompts and song studies (in case you need to miss a week)
Those unable to attend class times but still interested in taking the class may also take the class by EMAIL. Registered participants receive a weekly email with materials, instructions, and practice video links. Please use the drop-down menu above to select your desired “cohort”.
About the Instructor
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