Play Surf on Your Ukulele (4 Lesson Music Class for 7-10 Year Old Beginners)
April Middaugh (BS Music Education, MA Music)
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(31)
In this 4 lesson self-paced Music class, beginning ukulele students will learn to play the popular song "Surf"!
Class experience
In this 4 session flex class, beginning ukulele students will learn to play "Surf". No prior knowledge is required, but the students need to already have their ukuleles tuned to the notes G, C, E and A. I will use flash cards, games, and modeling techniques in this class. Since practice is an important part of learning an instrument, I recommend that students practice 10-15 minutes, 3-4 days per week for a total of 30+ minutes practice per week. Practice logs will be provided. Since this...
4 lessons//4 Weeks
Week 1Lesson 1C, am, F and G7 chordsLearning the 1st 4 chords of SurfWeek 2Lesson 2dm and D7 chordsLearning the last 2 chords of SurfWeek 3Lesson 3New strum pattern: D DU UDUReviewing chords and starting to work on the new strum pattern for SurfWeek 4Lesson 4Review and practicePlaying Surf with the new strum pattern, gradually increasing speed
I have taught this song to several ukulele classes and it is always a favorite. If the student can play it fast, it is a very impressive song to play for family and friends.
Homework Offered
It is recommended that students practice 10-15 minutes per day for 3-4 days per week. Optional practice logs will be provided.1 - 2 hours per week outside of class
Assessments Offered
Each student will receive personalized written feedback for each each audio/video recording they submit. Written feedback will include things that they excelled at and things they need to practice.Grades Offered
The students will need an ukulele that is already tuned to the notes G, C, E and A. I will provide a practice log. I will also send sections of the song to practice with each lesson and then a 1-page handout with the complete chord progression for "Surf" on it after the 3rd class.
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Average rating:5.0Number of reviews:(31)
I started piano lessons at the age of 5 and have been passionate about music ever since! I have 20 years of teaching experience in K-12 Music classrooms, including General Music, Music Theory, Music History, Ukulele, Band, Choir and Recorder group...
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$7
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Completed by 5 learners
Ages: 7-10
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