Ukulele For Dummies
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| Rating | : | 4.57 (567 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 047097799X |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 338 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-12-20 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Learn everything ukulele—from chord progressions to playing pop, folk, and holiday favorites—and, yes, even Hawaiian music!The ukulele is hot. Not to mention the runaway success of the Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. The recent hit song "Hey Soul Sister" by Train includes the dulcet tones of a uke. The season one finale of Glee featured a ukulele. 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 packageOffers instruction in a variety of styles—including pop, folk, holiday favorites, and Hawaiian musicFeatures a buying guide for the novice—with tips on purchasing a ukulele plus other necessary accessoriesWith its simple and clear instruction, and inspiration on every page, Ukulele For Dummies will have fans an
. Alistair Wood is a ukulele player, transcriber, arranger and the owner of ukulelehunt, one of the most popular ukulele sites on the Internet
"Best Overall Ukulele Bang for the Buck Book Ever!" according to Phredd. This is the best book for learning the ukulele that I have ever owned. It is perfect for beginners, intermediate, or advanced players. It has everything; chords, strumming, tab, notes, songs, styles and above all else humor. It is written by someone who through self-instruction, hard work and curiosity has become a master guru of the instrument. At the same time the author is plain-spoken, to-the-point, funny and keenly adept at reac. Great Resource When Used With Others MeLikeybikey This book is very helpful to me when used in combination with video tutorials on a popular video site. It's easy to follow. I wish they would have posted pictures of the chords you've just learned on the song page so flipping back and forth isn't needed. I forget new chords quickly and having them on the same page would be better. They do that later on the book when songs are more complicated, though. I guess it's just mehaha. Good r. If you like to read about playing, this is the book for YOU. If you want to play, keep looking The chords needed for the songs (there are not many songs at all) should be pictured next to the sheet music for an easier learning experience.
packed with tips, technical advice, easy-to-follow illustrations and rhythms The Sun