Service Description

Instrumental Music Center's 8-Week Group Ukulele Course: From Basics to Jamming with Oliver Dewey Embark on a delightful musical journey with our 8-week group ukulele course designed for beginners and intermediate players alike. This comprehensive program covers all essential aspects of ukulele playing, fostering a supportive community of fellow musicians. Course Highlights: - Master ukulele fundamentals and proper techniques - Explore both melodic and rhythmic playing styles - Learn to read music, tablature, and play popular songs - Develop improvisation skills and music theory knowledge - Discover the art of fingerstyle ukulele - Participate in group performances and jam sessions Whether you're picking up the ukulele for the first time or looking to enhance your skills, this course offers a structured yet flexible path to becoming a confident ukulelist. Join us for an engaging experience that combines expert instruction with the fun of playing in a group setting! ----- Group Ukulele Class Syllabus: Week 1 - January 27th: Fundamentals of Ukulele (tuning, vocab, posture, basic techniques, different kinds of ukes, etc.) Week 2 - February 3rd: Playing Melodies (playing basic melodies, scales, sheet music and tab, etc.) Week 3 - February 10th: Playing Rhythm (strumming patterns, basic chords, singing and playing, etc.)  Week 4 - February 17th: Playing Songs (playing full songs, learning all parts, playing together, etc.)  Week 5 - February 24th: Improv (using scales and chord knowledge to improvise, benefits and uses, playing together, etc.) Week 6 - March 3rd: All About the Right Hand (fingerstyle vs pick, different patterns, utilization, etc.) Week 7 - March 10th: Uke as a Solo Instrument (using basic theory for chord/melody arrangements, how to harmonize a melody, etc.) Week 8 – March 17th: Jam/Future Study (open mic, group playing, next steps and additional resources to keep learning, etc.) ----- Class fees are non-refundable