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I’ve decided on a song for the month. Evan and Katie’s rendition of TAIMANE’S Moon. What a beautiful song. Evan looks like he was 12 in that video. His playing is so so good.
How exciting to be able to pick and RockClass101 song. Can’t wait to get started. Gotta choose one first 😂
@Stephen I think Em is the key Stu from Ukulele Zen likes to play and sing it in. Thanks Stephen.
@The_bumble_bard Hello my friend, thanks alot. Yes I just loved your video along with your playing. It was wonderful….. As far as my singing journey it is hilarious. I’ve dealt with losing my voice and going hoarse almost all my life. About 7 years ago I figured that if I learn to sing maybe it could help me. I have to constantly work on breath support in all areas like speech, working out, singing, whatever….I also warm up my voice daily with a straw in about 8 minutes 🙂 The interlubes are my friend 😂 You tube is great if you don’t give up. It took about 5 years to figure out what a true warmup is and which exercises are for me. Besides, I’ve had a few lessons with different Teachers I’ve found online/YT. You learn something from each one but in the end you must learn your own instrument/body and how you respond to diff techniques. It’s all trial and error and not giving up 😂 I don’t do well with the critical type Teachers who have nothing good to say at all. It’s a very vulnerable thing to do. After a while you realize you aren’t singing for other people per say. I’m happy with what I’ve learned thus far and it encourages me to continue since there’s so much to learn like singing the note you’re playing on the uke 😂🤣😂🤣 lol
You have started a clawhammer revolution. It’s been a blast to enjoy seeing so many pick it up. It looks so difficult.
@Stephen Thanks so much for the good pointers. I can honestly say I haven’t put two and two together yet in regards to melody notes, etc. so I appreciate the conversation. I don’t play the Bb until the outro. I think I was playing a G but either way I should match my voice to what I play 😂 I’m laughing because I should know that already. Thanks for helping me be aware of this. What key do you like to sing Summertime in?
@Brettboy that was AWESOME…
@malku2603 Wow! That was soooo good 🥳🥳🥳
Thanks @The_bumble_bard and @Leb397 You guys are too kind. Thanks so much. I’ve been working on learning to sing over the past 7 years. I’ve come a long way but I still have a long way to go. I will keep practicing and pushing forward. Thanks for the encouragement because it’s sooooo scary to do in front of people lol 🙂 and by no means do I want to be “famous”….just a friend of God ☺️☺️☺️
I’ve loved everyone’s submissions so much. Just want to add:
@malku2603 you did an amazing job and the progress was so evident.
@maryjanew love that tune. Nice job.
@morrieuke1 what a beautiful song. Great execution. Impressive how you graphed all the music out.
@The_bumble_bard Incredible song w/video. Your beautiful pictures and the transitions took me to an ethereal space. Loved it. You are so talented. Thanks for encouraging everyone. Means so much.
@abster you’re playing is so impressive. Good timing and rhythm. Your playing is so mature for your age. You’re hard work truly shows. Keep it up.
@wannabgood that was so cool.
@rgillof the tremolo is so hard. Yours looks legit. Looking forward to seeing the finished product.
@ccwuke great Star Wars medley. I so enjoyed it.
@nelsonlin2021 that was so enjoyable. I remember learning crossing hemispheres, and it was so hard. You did a great job. You make me want to play it again. Keep up the good work.
@mark1256 that was so beautiful. Feels like a pretty lullaby.
@Jedart it was nice to have two Summertimes on here this month. You have a nice voice.@jody-hendrickson wow! That was so good. I loved it.
@Katazumiri your submissions are always stellar. Thanks for sharing your love of music with us.
@marianne I love Malagueña. You did awesome as usual. Loved it. Your baritone sounds amazing. You have a good tone.@ukeandrea wow! Beautiful medley composition. Love the song and execution.
@lhamilton wow!that was amazing. loved it.
@henri0 one of my favorite songs. That was great! That song is difficult. You did a great job.
@misterbones you’re an incredible player. Wow! That was so cool.
@leb397 very nicely played. pretty Uke. Is it new?
@anyon1 the claw hammering was so cool. Wow! Sounds great.
@leslieb nice bluesy feel. I enjoyed it very much.
@sarrafina I always enjoy hearing and seeing you play. You are amazing. Keep it up.@mark1256 Thank you.
@ukeduke I have found much help from the YT Channel and webpage called diyjointpainrelief.
Proceed at your own risk or ask a professional. Can’t recommend but just sharing what helped me overcome serious tendonitis. His techniques truly work within a week or so of daily practice.@TBB That’s interesting because I’m doing Summertime in the key if Gm too 🙂
Love everyone’s work this month. So motivating to see. Hope we can have more months like this one spread throughout the year.I’m excited about this challenge. I haven’t participated in a while because I’ve been working on songs that interest me more.
I think I will work up an arrangement for the Jazz standard, “Summertime” and sing along to it.
Looking forward to it. Thanks Andrew.
