Ukelele Summer Camp
This class is a 3-day Beginning Ukelele Summer Camp. Students will learn the essential elements finishing with a class performance.
Axel Vallejos (B.Mus., PPC, MM.)
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(97)
What's included
3 live meetings
1 hrs 30 mins in-class hoursHomework
Students are encouraged to learn the daily work at their own pace.Class Experience
Beginner Level
The class is intended for students with no prior music training and less than a year of music lessons. It begins with an introduction to the Ukelele and the beginning steps of reading music, and the students will learn the essential elements of Ukelele playing and music theory, all while learning a music piece including a small performance at the end of the Mini-Camp. Day 1: String names, Proper Posture and Hand Positioning, Strumming & Plucking Day 2: Introduction to music reading and study of the essential music elements, and study of an easy fingerstyle guitar song Day 3: Review class and final performance
Learning Goals
The students will learn the instrument's structure, including all Ukelele parts, how to hold the Ukelele, proper posture-hand positioning, and strumming & plucking. We will approach the basic Ukelele technique, such as understanding the anatomy of the instrument, proper Ukelele playing, various techniques, and understanding music notation adding a small performance at the end of the Ukelele Camp.
Other Details
Supply List
Students will need their own soprano, concert, or tenor ukulele.
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Joined July, 2020
4.9
97reviews
Teacher expertise and credentials
2 Degrees
Master's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from Lynn University
Bachelor's Degree in Music or Theatre or Arts from The Pontifical Catholic University of Chile
I am a graduate student of Rice University, where I completed my Master’s degree in cello performance. I received my Bachelor of Music at the Pontifical Catholic University of Chile, a Professional Performance Certificate, and a Master of Music degree from Lynn University.
As a performance artist, I performed with numerous chamber ensembles and orchestras throughout North, Central, South America, Europe, and East Asia. I participated in prestigious summer festivals, including Schleswig Holstein Musik Festival, SHMF (Germany) for four consecutive years, Orchestra of the Americas (YOA), Latin American Festival of Chascomús (Argentina), International Music Academy of Solsona, AIMS Festival (Spain), Zeist Music Days (Netherlands), Quartet Fellowship Program at Wintergreen Summer Music Festival and The Aronson Cello Festival (United States). Additionally, I took part in the Ensemble Bartok Chile International Tour 2015 “Chile, Window to the Universe,” which has been invited to participate in China’s “Meet in Beijing Festival,” with performances in Beijing, Seoul, London, and Málaga. I have been an active orchestra member in the past years, playing with various ensembles, including New Haven Symphony Orchestra, Orlando Philharmonic Orchestra, Southwest Symphony Orchestra, Sarasota Orchestra, and Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra.
Aside from performing, I have an extensive background and a great passion for teaching. I have been involved in multiple projects in the past, where I showed my dedication as a music educator. I taught at Harmony Program's Summer Camp at The Juilliard School (New York) as a Teaching Artist, Preparatory School of Music at Lynn's Conservatory of Music (Boca Raton), Houston Youth Symphony CODA Music Program, Vivace International School of Music, Houston (Texas), and Zeta Charter Schools (New York), among others.
My teaching philosophy is that every student has a unique way of learning; therefore, I choose teaching methods and lesson plans that are suitable for each student’s needs. I believe that every student has the potential to learn to play musical instruments, and I am committed to helping students strengthen their confidence and explore their creativity.
On a personal note, I love watching good movies, painting, drawing, traveling to exciting places, and spending time with my family.Reviews
Live Group Class
$70
for 3 classes3x per week, 1 week
30 min
Completed by 55 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 7-12
1-6 learners per class
