Ode To Uke

Do you want to play hymns with ease and grace? Move from confusion to confidence with an ordered music educational program? Progress from playing solo to playing with others? 21 Easy Ukulele Hymns has everything you need to master inspirational worship songs. And you'll learn amazing ukulele skills that will transform your playing. Are you tired of simply strumming chords? Do you want to get the resources and knowledge you need to make your own song arrangements? Would you like to play sacred music with others? Or create versions where you can give an easy part to a new beginner and a more complicated part to yourself? 21 Easy Ukulele Hymns will give you the musical knowledge you need to be able to progress and grow. You'll learn how to read tab play a melody on your ukulele combine and vary elements of a song to create beautiful arrangements for solo or group playing We've put the songs in order from easiest to hardest. You'll probably be able to play some right away. The first one, "Simple Gifts", uses only two chords and a simple strumming pattern. And you'll be delighted when you see that there are 13 hymns that use only three chords. We've also included many ways to play each song. For example, there are 5 versions of "Simple Gifts". You can sing the melody and strum the chords play the melody. There's melody tab for each of the 21 hymns so you can learn the melody without reading music. play "Simple Gifts" in two different keys. We give 15 of the songs in two keys. You can choose a key that is either comfortable for singing or works with other instruments. fingerpick an accompaniment. 2 of the songs have fingerpicking accompaniments written out in tab. You'll love learning this beautiful playing style. choose a simple or complex strumming pattern. Or choose a different strumming pattern for each verse. 9 of the songs have strumming patterns written underneath the music. This format makes it easy to see how the melody fits with the accompaniment. By trying many versions of the same song you can learn what makes music easier or harder to play express your musical creativity get the excitement of tackling challenges when you're ready have fun making arrangements to play with others. Some people can sing and strum and some people can play the melody. Imagine the gladness and connection you'll feel playing this sacred music in a group. And you can be sure that this collection of worship ukulele songs has all the essential elements you need. For each song you get chord stamps and a suggested strumming pattern several verses so you can sing it at a club or in a devotional setting historical information Please note, for a digital version of this book plus a video course we recommend you buy the hymn kit from our website. Song List Simple Gifts What a Friend We Have in Jesus Joyful, Joyful We Adore Thee Church in the Wildwood Shall We Gather at the River? Nearer My God to Thee Jesus Loves Me Give Me That Old Time Religion Fairest Lord Jesus Blest Be the Tie That Binds How Great Thou Art Rock of Ages This Little Light of Mine I Come to the Garden Alone For the Beauty of the Earth Be Thou My Vision The Doxology Amazing Grace (bonus song) Prayer of Thanksgiving All Things Bright and Beautiful Be Still My Soul A Mighty Fortress Is Our God If you want to experience the joy of creativity and self expression now, grab your copy of 21 Easy Ukulele Hymns today!

The ukulele is a wonderful instrument for kids - cheap and cheerful, and ready- made for kids' small hands. Most ukulele books introduce chords from the first page, but chords can be difficult and frustrating for child beginners.This book and accompanying audio gets kids playing recognizable tunes right from the get go. The material includes both standard notation and tablature clefs.This book is written in ukulele tablature to make learning fun and easy. The arranger (with 25 years of teaching experience) has laid the foundations for good fingerstyletechnique. This book is therefore both fun and educational. Audio available for download online.

(Essential Elements Ukulele). Playing the ukulele is an enjoyable, easy, and inexpensive way to get involved in music. It provides a way to learn musical concepts and skills that can apply to any instrument you decide to study. Moreover, it will give you a great opportunity to share the joy of making music with other people. This book will help to provide you with the basic skills and musical background you need to get started. The audio features demonstrations of all the songs and examples. This carefully crafted method emphasizes chord strumming skills; teaching students HOW to practice; note reading exercises; "chord challenges" to learn how to figure out chord progressions; tab reading; and more. It also includes nearly 30 familiar songs that students can play while still learning, including: All My Loving * Home on the Range * Hound Dog * Jambalaya (On the Bayou) * La Bamba * The Lion Sleeps Tonight * The Rainbow Connection * Take Me Out to the Ballgame * and more! Practice, experiment, and have fun playing the ukulele!

Learn everything ukulele—from chord progressions to playing pop, folk, and holiday favorites—and, yes, even Hawaiian music! The ukulele is hot. The season one finale of Glee featured a ukulele. The recent hit song "Hey Soul Sister" by Train includes the dulcet tones of a uke. Not to mention the runaway success of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. For anyone wishing to master this fun, surprisingly versatile instrument, Ukulele For Dummies covers all the basics—from chords and strumming patterns to guidance on finger-picking. The print version of the book includes a CD with audio tracks of the entire musical notation in the book—creating a total musical instruction package Offers instruction in a variety of styles—including pop, folk, holiday favorites, and Hawaiian music Features a buying guide for the novice—with tips on purchasing a ukulele plus other necessary accessories With its simple and clear instruction, and inspiration on every page, Ukulele For Dummies will have fans and first-time musicians making beautiful music—as they tiptoe through the tulips—in no time. Note: CD files are available to download after purchasing the e-Book version

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.