Gospel Favorites For Solo Ukulele

This book includes 29 classic gospel songs arranged for chord solo style ukulele. In this style, the melody is voiced on the highest string while the chord or harmony note is voiced in the lower strings. The result is an attractive presentation that needs no additional instrumentation. Guitar chords are included if accompanimentis desired. The tunes represent the rich palette of hymns, songs and spirituals in the Christian tradition. The book is recommended for all levels, and comes with accompanying audio online.

This book is a collection of 12 Gospel songs, Spirituals, and hymns lovingly arranged for solo ukulele byGary Stewart. These songs are arranged for (high-g)-C-E-A (standard tuning) tuned ukuleles. This book iseasy to intermediate in difficulty. It can be used for church services, holiday events, or wherever the needfor worship songs might arise. All songs have tablature, and also include chord diagrams with fingerings.All songs have complete lyrics. Historical information, pictures and biographies are throughout the book,which help to bring the music to life.

John Dowland (1563 – 1626), a contemporary of both William Shakespeare and Queen Elizabeth I, was recognized as one of the greatest musicians of his time, writing songs, ensemble music and solos for the lute. Early music has long been part of the classic guitar repertoire and more recently, it has been adopted with enthusiasm by ukulele players. This book presents sixteen of Dowland's most beautiful lute songs that can be performed by ukulele players, with or without a vocalist. Two versions of each song – one easier and another more advanced—are offered in both standard notation and tablature for soprano, concert, and tenor ukuleles in re-entrant (gCEA) tuning. Various vocal ensemble renditions of the songs, as well as the author’s video performances of each solo arrangement are available online. For vocalists and their audiences, and for all musicians and songwriters to fully connect with the emotion of the songs, Dowland’s sublime lyrics are also included.

This book and accompanying online audio present 38 classic children's songsarranged for solo ukulele. Included are nursery rhymes, lullabies and rounds. Because sing -alongs are an important part of children's playtime, words are included. These arrangements sound wonderful played by musicians of all levels. In the solo style, the lead melody is voiced on the higher strings while chords are voiced on the lower strings. The result is a pleasant, full-sounding arrangement that makes the ukulele sound surprisinglybig and complete

Folk Songs for Solo Ukulele includes 29 classic folk songs arranged for chord-solo-style ukulele. In this style, the melody is voiced on the highest string while the harmony is voiced on the lower strings, creating a beautiful solo sound. Guitar chords are included if accompaniment is desired. the tunes represent the rich palette of American and English folk music. the book comes with accompanying audio.

This collection by David Coe contains 21 beautiful melodies by the world’s greatest composers. Included are songs by Bach, Beethoven, Mozart and many more. Each selection is presented in both standard notation and tablature with chord diagrams included. The ukulele has a distinctive melodic voice and musicians of all levels will enjoy playing these timeless classics.

That’s right, the ukulele is a great instrument all by itself! This book contains 101 solos that let you play melody and accompaniment all on one ukulele. If you’d like to sing, go right ahead; lyrics are included for many of the solos. Each section starts with easy solos, complete with tips on ukulele technique and arranging. The music is written in tablature and standard musical notation, with suggested chords above the music for an optional second ukulele or guitar. Essential right and left-hand fingerings are shown in traditional classic guitar symbols and while most of the book is written in standard (aECG) tuning, a few tunes are offered in both drop-B tuning and drop-E-flat tuning. With selections ranging from country to classical, medieval to modern, and a Christmas section with seventeen traditional favorites, this ukulele collection includes music for every taste and season. A useful chord dictionary and access to online audio of the author’s beautiful renditions of each well-crafted solo arrangement are included.

This book presents 25 lyrical North American melodies scored for solo baritone ukulele in standard notation and tablature; occasional left-hand fingering suggestions are provided in these intermediate to advanced melody/chord settings. Selections include historical themes from the turbulent Civil War era, popular 19th century ballads, and modern pieces by William Bay. Along with the songs of several other known and unknown composers, any collection of American ballads would be incomplete without the timeless melodies penned by Stephen Foster; you will find Beautiful Dreamer, I Dream of Jeannie with the Light Brown Hair, Darling Nellie Gray, and Stephen Foster's timeless Civil War classic Hard Times, Come Again No More in this collection. As the baritone uke is tuned the same as the top four strings of the guitar, guitarists can enjoy playing these satisfying arrangements on a second instrument!