Blues is undoubtedly one of the most popular forms of music to come out of America. The simplicity of blues is what draws people to it. With only 3 chords in a 12 bar blues, it has the power to move you.
Category Archives: Intermediate Level
Understanding and Applying the CAGED Method on Ukulele
The CAGED Method is a popular system used by many guitarists. The same concepts can be applied to ukulele, with one difference… we will be using: CAGFD.
“I’m Yours” – Jason Mraz
I had a lot of fun arranging this tune! The backbeat (slaps) absolutely make the arrangement stand out.
How to Play with Feeling
One of the most popular questions from my adult students is “how do I sound like (insert player)”? Perhaps a better question to ask is, how do you express yourself through the music?
Travis Picking – What is it? And How to Do it on Ukulele!
Travis picking, named after Merle Travis, is a repetitive right hand picking pattern where the underlying chords continually change.