In this article, we will examine the notes on a ukulele neck one string at a time. Notes on the G String On a ukulele, the G string is closest to you. It would also be called the fourth string. Notes on a G String Notes on the C String The C string is the lowest string on the ukulele as far as notes go. It is the third string. Notes on the C String F Chord Ukulele…
Is a Soprano Ukulele Good for Beginners In general, yes, a soprano ukulele is good for beginners. However, like many things there are circumstances that could change that answer. One needs to also consider the size of the player's hands, previous experience with stringed instruments, goals and access to the instrument. What is a Soprano Ukulele There are four sizes of ukuleles, starting with the smallest, the soprano. Then there is the concert, tenor and finally the baritone.…
In this lesson we look at how to play the C chord on ukulele a few different ways. C is generally the first note you learn on an instrument, so it makes sense to learn the C chord first. It really makes sense on a ukulele, because it only requires placing one finger on the fretboard. Notes of the C Chord The C major chord only has three notes: C, E, and G. The C is the root,…
Whether you a teacher singing to your students, a parent playing for your kids or teaching a child to play the ukulele. These kid songs for ukulele all have two great qualities: they are easy to play and they are familiar. Why the Ukulele is Perfect for Kid Songs The higher range of the ukulele, the nylon strings makes the ukulele perfect for your favorite kid songs. Also, let's face it, the diminutive size of the instrument makes…
Here is a whole list of Beatles songs in the key of G. Most of these songs will start with a G chord and probably also include C and D major chords as well. Keep in mind, E minor is the relative minor of G major, so expect to see some E and A minor chords. While you can find the tabs for all of these songs on Ultimate Guitar Tabs and a million other sites, if you…
Below is the O Christmas Tree Ukulele Tab for the melody of the song and a pdf download.Are It's that time of year again! It seems whether I intend to or not, when I pick up a uke around Christmas, I start playing those holiday favorites. Of course, I usually don't remember them correctly. So I spend a few weeks figuring them out, a week playing them correct and the rest of the year forgetting them. O Christmas…
In this post, you will learn how to the play G chord on ukulele. If you are new to strings instruments, the key is practice, practice, practice. The G chord is probably one of the first chords to learn. Incidentally, if you are a guitar player, your D chord is the uke's G Chord. Most Common G Chord Shape G Major Chord - Ukulele You'll notice we use the term G 'major' chord. This is the formal name…
Do you have the bug to play an instrument? Have you seen someone playing a ukulele and thought you'd like to give a try? Maybe you think the ukulele is just a toy and you would be better off learning the guitar. Let pit the guitar vs. ukulele and help you pick a direction. History of Guitar and Ukulele The guitar has been around a long time. One of its earliest ancestors is the lute, a stringed instrument…