Beginner Semi-Private Lessons (Ukulele or Guitar)
Learn how to play the ukulele or guitar in semi-private classes of 2-4 learners. #creative
Jacqueline Burd
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(335)
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What's included
1 live meeting
25 mins in-class hours per weekHomework
1 hour per week. Students are encouraged to practice the chords, melodies and songs learned after each lesson.Class Experience
Learn a new song each week in ongoing semi-private ukulele or guitar lessons! Designed for young students who are at the beginner level. 2-4 learners who are beginners at playing the ukulele or guitar will be grouped together in each section for small group lessons. Students will receive individualized attention, feedback and tips to help them improve at their playing. We will learn all about the ukulele/guitar, how to play new songs, chords and melodies, and gain technique while having fun and developing our love of this instrument! Students will learn: -How to hold the ukulele/guitar -Playing position and rest position -Parts of the ukulele/guitar -How to strum -Hand/finger position -Chords -Simple melodies -How to count and play chord patterns -How to play and sing popular children's songs Join in for as many weeks as you would like! *Please note: This course is not recommended for learners outside the age range*
Learning Goals
Students will learn the basics of ukulele/guitar including how to hold the instrument, playing position and rest position, how to strum, proper hand and finger position, chords, how to count and play chord patterns, simple melodies and how to play multiple popular children's songs. They will also improve their rhythm, counting skills, and pattern recognition.
Other Details
Parental Guidance
Parents please assist your learner with tuning their ukulele/guitar before each class. An electronic tuner or the third-party tuning app "Guitar Tuna" can be used. This app is completely free and does not require an account to be made to use it.
Supply List
A soprano, tenor, or concert ukulele or acoustic guitar is required for this class and must be tuned before we begin (parents please assist with this as needed). Any song sheets to use for practicing will be sent to you after each lesson.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined August, 2020
4.9
335reviews
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Teacher expertise and credentials
New Jersey Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Teachers College, Columbia University
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Ithaca College
I am a certified music educator with a M.A in Music & Music Education. I fell in love with the ukulele and guitar over a decade ago, and have been playing and teaching it ever since. I have been teaching group ukulele classes for 10 years. I also have taught private music lessons for 15 years. I love these instruments and specialize in teaching beginning instrumental music lessons to young beginners. My goal is to make learning the ukulele and guitar fun and frustration-free. Reviews
Live Group Class
$25
weekly1x per week
25 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 5-9
2-4 learners per class
