Intro to Ukulele
Join Ms. Crocker to learn one of the most accessible and versatile string instruments out there! In this 4-day course, we will learn basic ukulele chords, strumming patterns, and jam to some of our favorite tunes with our classmates.
AJ Crocker
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(45)
What's included
4 live meetings
3 hrs 40 mins in-class hoursCertificate of Completion
1 after class completionClass Experience
Beginner Level
Ukulele is one of the most engaging string instruments for students to learn to play! Whether you've been strumming other instruments for years or you've just picked up an instrument for the first time, this class will guide you through using your instrument and take you from "novice" to "campfire song ready" in 4 days! We will learn all the most useable chords, practice singing while we play, and get used to tuning our instruments so you will know how to get your uke ready to play on your own time! In person, an instructor would likely a lot more hands on approach to teaching - but the ukulele can absolutely be taught online as well! To ensure a successful class, Ms. Crocker alternates between demonstration, student practice, and a one-on-one time for each student. While Ms. Crocker supports learners with their finger placement and strumming techniques one at a time, the other students will be expected to mute themselves and practice their skills. Learning new skills can be challenging, and there may be moments where your fingers don't do what you want them to...or your strings just don't sound right. It happens, and Ms. Crocker will do her best to balance class instruction with individual needs. For this reason, I keep class sizes below 5.
Learning Goals
Students will leave this class knowing how to strum their ukulele in 3/4 and 4/4 time signatures.Students will know how to play between 4 and 5 chords by day 4
Syllabus
4 Lessons
over 1 WeekLesson 1:
Day 1: Get to know your uke
Get to know your instrument, learning C and G, and practice strumming. We will end with learning a simple song 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Day 2: Tuning your instrument
Learn how to tune your instrument, strumming in 3/4 and 4/4, and then learn the F chord! We will learn to play "You Are my Sunshine" 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Day 3: Practicing changing chords
Learning Am and practice changing chords. Practice tuning, then learn 3 songs with C, G, Am, F pattern! 55 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Day 4: Putting it all together
Practice our songs with our new chords! Practice tuning, changing chords, and learn a new song with C, G, Am, F pattern 55 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
Ms. Crocker is prepared to support a diverse set of learners and can easily adjust instruction to meet any learning differences you may require. Please reach out prior to class to let me know if you have specific requests or accommodations.
Pre-Requisites
None! Beginners are fully welcome!
Supply List
Students will need a standard ukulele they can play during this class with 4 working strings.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined April, 2023
4.9
45reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Master's Degree in Education from Teachers College, Columbia University
Ms. Crocker has been playing music since she was 6 years old! She grew up with an opera singer for a mother, who handed her a ukulele for the first time on the beaches in California, where she grew up. After a childhood of experimenting with the instrument, she finally received official instruction in a college course. Since then, Ms. Crocker has shared her love of the instrument with students ages 6 to 60. She even organized a ukulele band at her local elementary school and hosted weekly jam sessions at the local library! Reviews
Live Group Class
$60
for 4 classes4x per week, 1 week
55 min
Completed by 2 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-5 learners per class
