Published on December 21, 2015
In our second episode of ‘Live Lessons’, we will be discussing proper left hand form when forming chord shapes and playing single notes. This live lesson will accompany a Technique & Theory 101 Lesson.
Category Archives: Beginner Level
An Intro to Right Hand Fingerpicking Technique
In this lesson, we will be learning two approaches for right hand fingerpicking.
How to Read Tabs, Chord Graphs, and Chart Symbols
Learn everything you need to be able to read tabs and notation for ukulele.
Practicing the Correct Way – A 3 Step Guide to Learning Ukulele FASTER
Published on October 7, 2016
In our third episode of ‘Live Lessons’, we will be discussing how to get the most out of your practice time. I will be providing tips on creating a practice guide and the best way to practice the arrangements on Rock Class 101.
How to Do Hammer-Ons & Pull-Offs on the Ukulele
Hammer-Ons and Pull-Offs are great techniques to master because they add dynamics to your playing, while also cutting down on the picking work required by the right hand.
An Intro to Fingerpicking on the Ukulele
While many other fretted instruments make use of different playing techniques, i.e. guitar and using picks, the ukulele was made for fingerpicking. Fingerpicking adds a warm tonal quality to your playing. This lesson is meant for the absolute beginner at fingerpicking.
How to Add a Backbeat to Your Rhythm Playing (a.k.a Chucking or Chunking)
Adding a backbeat (slap) is one way to add a dynamic/percussive quality to your rhythm playing.
How to Play a C Major Scale
The major scale is the parent, or root scale, in which every other scale is derived from. In modes, it is known as the first mode: Ionian.