Pop Songs & Strumming Fun: Ukulele Party Songs For Beginners
In this 8 week ukulele class, students will practice the basics of ukulele playing: basic strumming, basic chords while learning simple pop songs with just 4 chords: C, F, Am, G.
Sing Create Play by Bella Ely
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What's included
8 live meetings
3 hrs 20 mins in-class hoursMastery Evaluation
1 hour per week. Learners can practise the song we learn and play it for us in the following class.Assessment
The teacher will send weekly messages with the homework and the songs the learners should practice, along with the chord sheets.Class Experience
US Grade 3 - 6
Beginner Level
💜 WELCOME TO S I N G C R E A T E P L A Y 💜 ♪ Please note that you will need to have a tuned ukulele for this summer camp. Please see the Materials section to learn how to tune your ukulele. Younger children will require parental assistance. ♪ It would be useful if students knew 2 of these chords: C, F, Am and G, but even if they don't know any chords, they can still join. This ukulele beginners camp is enjoyable, interactive and learning is happening combined with lots of fun and giggles. I look forward to meeting you in class, singing and playing with you!
Learning Goals
Strum at different tempos (fast and slow).How to follow chord patterns.
Syllabus
8 Lessons
over 8 WeeksLesson 1:
Song "ROAR" - Katy Perry.
Week 1:
- holding the ukulele correctly; arms, hands and fingers positions; fingers numbers;
- recap the parts of a ukulele;
- practise how to keep a steady beat while strumming and picking the strings of our instrument;
- strumming D D D D (down) and DD DD DD DD (eighth note strum);
- Learn C and Am chords.
- learn "ROAR" - Katy Perry. 25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 2:
Song "Best Day Of My Life" - American Authors
Week 2:
- recap how to hold the ukulele, parts of the ukulele, simple strumming;
- learn strumming pattern D DU - Down, Down-Up; 25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 3:
Song "Thunder" by Imagine Dragons
Week 3:
- recap skills from previous days;
- recap C and Am chords.
- learn the F chord.
- practise strumming pattern DU DU DU DU (Down - Up); 25 mins online live lesson
Lesson 4:
Song "Can't Stop the Feeling" - Trolls
- practise how to keep a steady beat while strumming and picking the strings of our instrument.
- recap C, F and Am chords.
- strumming D D DUD (down), a new strumming pattern. 25 mins online live lesson
Other Details
Learning Needs
🌟 This is an inclusive class. Children of all abilities and disabilities are welcome. Including ADHD, Autism, Emotional Learning Disabilities, & more. Contact us with any questions or concerns regarding your learner's needs!
Parental Guidance
Students can practise the strumming techniques and the chords discussed in class. The teacher will share digital copies of the songs that we learn during our classes so students can practise those songs as well.
Supply List
➡️ Please make sure that students need to have a TUNED ukulele for each class. Please check the course's welcome message to see how you can tune the ukulele. ➡️ Learners can use a pick, but it is not compulsory; I actually recommend the use of fingers for strumming/picking. ➡️ In order for me to give feedback and see clearly the learner while playing their instrument, please make sure you position the learners, so I can see their BOTH hands when playing, head to the waist, in a well-lit room (the light coming from their front, not from the back). The young learner can sit on the floor, with their legs crossed. If they are joining from an iPad/laptop, they can also be on the floor or a little stool, it can point straight or downwards. ➡️ Please note that the learner can't sit on an armchair as this will restrict the way their instrument needs to be positioned and also restricts the movement of the learner's arms. A chair with no arms, or a stool is recommended. Both learner's feet should be on the floor, not hanging. ➡️ Please feel free to send me a message if you have any questions or concerns. 🎵 The teacher will provide the songs and other files (strumming and chords sheets); 🎵 Ukulele (Soprano or Concert Standard tuning G C E A) 🎵 Ukulele Tuner App
2 files available upon enrollment
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Teacher expertise and credentials
5 teachers have teaching certificates
Tennessee Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Non-US Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Ohio Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Colorado Teaching Certificate in Elementary Education
Wisconsin Teaching Certificate in Music/Theater/Arts
OLIVIA GREENE:
💙 Bachelor’s Degree in Music with an Outside Field in Psychology (Music Therapy)
💙 Classically and professionally trained in clarinet with additional experience playing piano, guitar, and ukulele
💙 Experience working with children with a variety of learning styles and behavioral disorders
💙 Experience getting to know children personally in order for them to feel safe and become successful
💙 Experience as a K-5 Music Teacher
💙 Believes in creating a classroom culture built on respect and equity
💙 Trained in: Project Based Learning and Orff Level 1 Certified
💙 4+ years teaching in public schools
💙 4+ years teaching online
SARAH GEENENS:
💜 Bachelor's Degree in Sociology, Psychology and Early Childhood Development
💜 Experience working with children with dyslexia, ADHD and selective mutism.
💜 Experience leading various programs within schools including ensembles and choirs
💜 Experience as a Reading Interventionist and Third Grade, Music and Art Teacher
💜 Experience with 21+ years of voice, 11+ years of piano, 9+ years of ukulele, and 7+ years of guitar
💜 Believes in valuing children’s creativity and self-expression through their mastery of instruments and finding their voice
💜 4+ years teaching in private schools
💜 2+ years teaching online
XIOMARA EZELL (aka ZIZI):
💙 Currently pursuing a Music Degree
💙 Experience creating custom guitar tracks
💙 Experience developing immersive music workshops, programs and camps
💙 Experience guiding children through the use of encouragement, creativity and passion to establish confidence
💙 Experience working with diverse and dynamic learners to create personalized curriculum
💙 Experience as a Teacher’s Assistant, Coach, and Collaborator for young musical learners
💙 Believes in creating a supportive and comfortable learning environment for all learners
💙 4+ years teaching guitar to all ages in various settings, including online
BELLA ELY:
💜 Creator and Founder of Sing Create Play
💜 Degrees in: Teaching (K-12), Social Work and Level 3 Diploma in Children's Psychology
💜 Experience incorporating auditory, visual and action based activities alongside music within the Sing Create Play curriculum to create an inclusive environment to help children immerse themselves in their learning
💜 Personal and professional experience working with children with various learning styles and neurodivergent learners including: ADHD, autism, and dyslexia
💜 Trained in: Understanding Behaviour as Communication: A Therapeutic Approach, Tips & Tools to Manage Anger, Understanding Autism, Mindfulness for Daily Living, Understanding Anxiety, Classroom Behaviour Management, NLP Diploma in Life Coaching and Effective Communication Techniques for Teachers
💜 20+ years teaching in K-12 classroom settings
💜 5+ years teaching SEL specifically
💜 4+ years teaching online
KATIE CAMPBELL:
💜 Bachelor’s Degree in K-12 General Music & 6-12 Choral Education
💜 Experience organizing a variety of activities including choir, musical theater and student concerts
💜 Experience working with children with a variety of learning styles and highlighting their strengths through an individualized approach
💜 Experience creating an enriching learning environment through her understanding of the transformative power of music
💜 Believes in a holistic approach allowing students to build their confidence and become empathetic individuals
💜 Trained in: SEL Music Education, Culturally Responsive Teaching, Using Children’s LIterature in the Music Classroom, Orff Action, Dalcroze Eurhythmics and Music
💜 16+ years teaching in public schools
💜 2+ years teaching onlineReviews
Live Group Course
$12
weekly or $96 for 8 classes1x per week, 8 weeks
25 min
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
2-6 learners per class
