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Learn Ukulele in inner SE Portland
Topics Covered: Strumming patterns, songs, scales, music theory, sing-a-longs, and more.
Music Theory: Key signatures and sight-reading music notation for those whom wish to read; simplified and easy-to-use music theory for those who wish to rock. Playing in key. Scales, modes; chordal theory and rhythms. Intervals, and interval-related ear training. For vocalists of any sort and age, a capella interval vocalization and creative improvisational composition is encouraged – and possible.
Material and Application: You pick the music.
You Should Bring: Your ukulele, and your friends/parents. I don’t care if you bring your lesson papers back. I prefer that you know the material and leave the papers at home. When we are learning what we love, we memorize it better. That’s why students of all ages guide their own lessons.
About the Instrument: Ukulele is a fun instrument and comes in all varieties from $25 soprano ukes to beautiful koa solid wood baritone ukuleles.
-Amanda Machina
squirrel at whirling squirrel dot com
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I am very interested in taking a few ukulele classes. Everyone keeps telling me its so easy, but ive have never played a string instrument before. What do you recommend?
Hi Samantha, I’d recommend stopping by for a 30 minute lesson with your ukulele. Email me at squirrel at whirlingsquirrel dot com, or give me a ring at 503 577 2311. You can also just book a lesson by going to whirlingsquirrel.com/schedule – sign up for the calendar and book something yourself. You’ll get a text message confirmation when you book a lesson, and, the day before your lesson.
Cheers,
-Amanda