What you'll learn
Learn to play the ukulele with our music & singing short courses in Sydney!
In these ukulele lessons for beginners, you will learn about the history, its parts and, of course, how to play this popular stringed instrument.
The step by step instruction from a talented musician will give you the ability and confidence to play simple tunes. In this course, you'll learn the basics of the ukulele and be introduced to the endless amount of music you can create and play. Additionally, you will have the knowledge and skills to continue with self-directed learning after the course.
Learning outcomes
By the end of these ukulele lessons, you should be able to:
- Play a variety of chords
- Play a few different strum styles relevant to the song style and tempo
- Read song sheets written for the ukulele.
Course content
What will be covered in these ukulele lessons?
- The history and background of the ukulele
- The various types and sounds of ukulele
- Tuning
- The parts of the ukulele
- Holding and playing position
- Basic chords
- Basic strums
- The written presentation of music
- Types of musical genre common to the ukulele
Intended audience
Who are these ukulele lessons for?
This course is designed for students with little or no experience playing the instrument.
Course materials
What we provide
- Handouts (digital)
What to bring to class
- Please bring your own instrument to class.
- Handouts in printed or digital form. With your enrolment confirmation, you will receive a link to download your handouts for the class. Please come prepared and have the copy ready for the class.
Additional information
Please note the following:
New pre-prepared and pre-tuned ukulele may be purchased from the tutor starting from $40 each.
Course testimonials
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Janine said: Lindy is the best teacher ever.
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Petra said: Great couple of fun hands on lessons to learn how to play the uke!
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Nicole said: Lindy was fun and knowledgeable. I came away feeling like I really can play and definitely going to continue on with playing the ukulele.
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Doug said: Tutor’s enthusiasm and knowledge. Please a friendly student group
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Pam said: Excellent and enthusiastic tutor. Gave a good introduction to the instrument, provided comprehensive notes, willingly answered all questions, students were left with resources to continue with the instrument after the course.
Course tutors
Lindy Sardelic
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