Ukulele Resources
5th Grade classes are learning to play ukuele during music class. If you are interested in purchasing a ukulele, a comparison and review of several different affordable brands is here. In class we are using the Diamond Head DU-100 Soprano ukuleles.
Ukulele Tuners - use the links below to get your ukulele in tune and ready to jam!
Posture & Technique
Sit straight and forward on your seat (or stand).
Right arm cradles the uke against your ribs.
Right arm is generally parallel to the neck.
Left arm is relaxed and slightly away from body.
Left hand comes forward @ 90 degrees.
Left hand comes forward @ 90 degrees.
Left palm faces upward.
Fingers curve as if holding a baseball.
Thumb rests against back of the neck.
F Chord Songs
F Chord Practice - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OsQsO1KT_ik
C Chord Songs
C Chord Practice - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C1TWJFDe6fg
F & C Practice
Ukulaliens - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EbBquaOP4Ws
Class Powerpoint - RU PowerPoint Presentation - 2021.pptx
