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@dianna – I didn’t see you sneak in there lol! Playing sounded great Diana! really well done in the timing, feel, and technique 🙂
@grannieannie – Very beautifully played, Annie! I noticed some of the melody notes that should tie from the “&” of 4 into beat 1 of the next measure were moved to beat 1 instead. Try counting and clapping the melody out loud. The syncopation makes this melody a bit trickier, but you’re really close!
@lhamilton – Nicely done, Linda! The banjolele sounds awesome! To my ear, it sounds like the thumb hits on the open G are being rushed a bit. Try playing along at a slower tempo and keeping an eye on that. Also, focus on note clarity – aim to have each note ring out clearly and independently while still flowing into the next.
@jasdel – You nailed it! Perfect feel and timing, excellent performance! 👏
@The_Bumble_Bard – I like your adaption of the piece! Nice mix of melody and harmony Rachael 🙂
@mysticrick – Great playing, Rick! I noticed you’re coming in on the same starting point for a few melody notes in the A Melody that I mentioned in my feedback for @grannieannie above. It also sounds like you’re coming in early on the B melody. Try counting during the longer pauses to help you start on the right beat. Additionally, focus on defining that triplet rhythm in the opening phrase.
@hiouke – Beautifully played! ❤️
@santai – Great to see you back Marvin! Playing was wonderful, only thing I’d work on from here is increasing the tempo 🙂
@akukes73 – Great playing Ash! To my ear, I’m hearing a slight mix of swing and straight feels during the syncopated parts of the A melody (bars 5- 7). Try playing along with Steven in the tab player for that section and try to match his playing 100%. In bar 14/16/18, try not to rush that first note pull-off.Friendly Reminder – The deadline for receiving feedback and an entry into the giveaway is tonight at 11:59 PM ET (check your local time zone).
@bibilele – Beautifully played Bianca! Great groove too, you were perfectly locked in 🙂
@kittycatlin – Lovely performance Cat, well done!@leb397 & @dianna – Thank you so much! I’m grateful that my area avoided the worst of it ❤️
@swissconsinboy – Wonderfully played on both parts Gregory!
@abster – Another amazing performance Abster! I love your videos! 🙂
@leb397 – Wow that’s crazy cool Louisa and it sounds amazing! Well done on the performance and your technique looks great! As you continue practicing, focus on note clarity and increasing tempo. Keep up the great work!@karenj – Clawhhammer & bass technique looked and sounded great! I can’t believe you are only 3 weeks into it, incredibly impressive! Wonderful performance Karen, keep up the great work! 🙂
@shelle – Excellent performance Shelle! Timing was spot on and each chord rang crystal clear, well done!
@brettboy – Awesome playing on both parts, Brett! I noticed just a couple of minor things: In the first A melody, you started the repeat one bar late, and the very last note of the tune was also a bar late. I have to admit, the form of the song is a bit unorthodox, I was actually making similar mistakes when I was writing and practicing it! 😅
@katazumiri – Bravo, brilliant takes Lena! 👏Hi Dennis, check out this product. Back in the day they were made primarily for developing finger strength and dexterity, but the new models included simulated strings. Here is the description they include: “By removing the reversible molded grip you can uncover a simulated string that helps develop and maintain finger calluses for string musicians.”
I had one years ago, but it didn’t have the simulated string feature, so I wouldn’t be able to comment on how well it works.
@robinboyd – Bravo Tiff and Robin! Beautifully played 👏
@willw18 – Beautifully played Will and a great recording and mix! Well done! 👏
@shmu88 – Aced it, wonderfully played Sam!
@anyon1 – Timing and feel was excellent! Very well played and hope you enjoy the new game 🙂
@rgillof – Beautifully played, Rich!
@marianne – Your performance was awesome Marianne! I will def be sharing this in our email this week and TY for the kind words!
@gi_gi_ – Thanks Gigi!@bibilele – Your timing was spot on for this song! I’d try to push yourself out of your comfort zone by playing along with a click track that’s a bit faster than what you’re used to. This is the same approach I used with my students when I taught private lessons. I noticed many folks would get stuck in their comfort zone and hesitate to push beyond it. It’s like going to the gym and only doing curls with 5 pounds, if you never increase the weight, you won’t see gains. The same applies here.
Hi David, I would recommend using a high G uke for that arrangement. It will sound off with a low G.
I used our search & filter tool to populate 19 classical songs that work for low G: https://rockclass101.com/songcategories/?_sft_post_tag=classical+low-g-ukulele. Hopefully one of these catches your ear 🙂