Ukulele 123: Beginner Crash Course in Ukulele *Small Class Size* (Ages 8-12)
In this one-time course, students will become familiar with their ukulele instrument (terms, playing techniques, etc.), and learn how to play the 4 basic ukulele chords and 1 or 2 simple songs.
Denise C.
Average rating:
4.9
Number of reviews:(160)
What's included
1 live meeting
30 mins in-class hoursClass Experience
**Note: Please be sure to have a tuner available for class; either as an app on your phone or as a small tuner device easily available for purchase online or your local music store.** In this one-time class for absolute beginners, we will begin with an interactive lecture about learning correct terms (frets, chords, strumming, tuning, etc.), identifying the different parts of our instruments (strings, body, bridge, fret board, neck, etc.), and tuning our instruments. After that we will move on to learning the 4 primary chords [Am, G, F, C], and end our class by playing 1 or 2 simple songs that they can "take home" and practice on their own (copies of the songs will be provided after the lesson). Students will be given personalized pointers and practicing tips to make their learning experience more profitable in the long term. It is my goal to make the learning process fun, and encourage students to sing and participate by allowing each member to take turns responding to questions, and with strumming/playing their instrument at appropriate times during the lesson. Music is supposed to be enjoyable, and learning is easier when students are having fun. I look forward to singing and sharing some tunes with you soon!
Learning Goals
Students will learn correct music terms (frets, chords, strumming, tuning, etc.), identify the different parts of our instruments (strings, body, bridge, fret board, neck, etc.), and how to tune our instruments [student will bring their own tuners to class]. Then we will also learn the 4 primary chords [Am, G, F, C], and end by playing 1 or 2 simple songs.
Other Details
Supply List
-Ukulele (Note: The teacher uses a "soprano" ukulele, but any real ukulele instrument will be acceptable. However, please note that the tone/pitch of the student instrument may be slightly different than that of the teacher if it is a different model.) -Ukulele Tuner (app version or physical device is recommended)
1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
A ukulele tuner app is highly beneficial (and free). I use one simply called "ukelele tuner" from the Apple store; it has a mint green background and over-sized white letters that spell "uku-lele".
The student may also want to watch YouTube tutorial videos as review or extra practice on the topics and techniques that we learn in class.
Teacher expertise and credentials
I have experience teaching students ranging from grade school ages into adulthood, tutoring 1-on-1, and teaching large groups. I was a language and art/music teacher in Europe for about a year, while traveling around Europe and the UK, where students came to learn English and study various topics through theatre and play activities. In the past, I've also taught kindergarten through 5th grade students in a US public school, and I taught ESL online for nearly 3 years as a certified teacher.
I graduated in 2017 from Georgia Southern University with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Liberal Arts. I am currently studying front-end web design while working as a private tutor and website creator. In my free time, I enjoy playing music on my ukulele, travel photography, and baking. I have a passion for all forms of art and the creative process that comes with it.
Whatever my current situation may be, I feel motivated to empower young students to realize their academic and creative potential through meaningful play and personal mentorship. I am looking forward to creating fun and productive courses through Outschool and I look forward to seeing you in my classroom soon!Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$10
per classMeets once
30 min
Completed by 107 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 8-13
1-6 learners per class
