SynopsisThe Ukulele: a noble little instrument, an irritating little instrument. Both views are valid, but for millions of people around the world, the ukulele is becoming the instrument of desire: a revolution in music is happening under our noses and its weapon of choice is a vertically challenged guitar. The beauty of the ukulele is that it's quick to learn, inexpensive to buy, and one of the most portable instruments you can find (plus it makes a surprisingly acceptable ping pong bat). Designed to get you playing the uke without the tiresome bother of having to study too much, this light-hearted book includes tips on how to choose the right ukulele for you; how to hold, tune and play the thing; tunes to learn; and an array of other uke-related fun. Book jacket., Interested in the ukulele and want to learn how to play it? This is the book for you.This all-encompassing guide to the ukulele is written by Will Grove-White, one of the world-renowned Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. Clearly written, beautifully designed, and chock-full of photos and illustrations, UKULELE FOR BEGINNERS is the perfect teach-yourself ukulele book for adults and children alike, and a must for anyone with an interest in the instrument . - No knowledge of music required- Clearly written and easy to understand- Full colour photographic illustrations- Chords to learn and songs to strum- Simple and advanced strumming techniques- Tips and tricks for writing your own songs- How to play in a group- Play along with the songs online Also includes: - Pull-out comprehensive chord dictionary- A complete history of the ukulele- Biographies of great uke players from past and present- Ukulele revelations about Jimi Hendrix, Neil Armstrong, Elvis Presley and more..., A complete guide to the ukulele: learn how to play, history of the uke, songs to strum, beginner and advanced techniques, famous pluckers, pull-out chord dictionary and much, much more..., Interested in the ukulele and want to learn how to play it? This is the book for you. Originally published as Get Plucky, this all-encompassing guide to the ukulele is written by Will Grove-White, one of the world-renowned Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. Clearly written, beautifully designed, and chock-full of photos and illustrations, Ukulele for Beginners is the perfect teach-yourself ukulele book for adults and children alike, and a must for anyone with an interest in the instrument . - No knowledge of music required - Clearly written and easy to understand - Full colour photographic illustrations - Chords to learn and songs to strum - Simple and advanced strumming techniques - Tips and tricks for writing your own songs - How to play in a group - Play along with the songs online Also includes: - Pull-out comprehensive chord dictionary - A complete history of the ukulele - Biographies of great uke players from past and present - Ukulele revelations about Jimi Hendrix, Neil Armstrong, Elvis Presley and more..., This is the definitive guide to the ukulele: learn how to play, the history of the uke, chords to learn, songs to strum, beginner and advanced techniques, famous pluckers and much, much more... This all-encompassing guide is written by Will Grove-White, a member of the world-renowned Ukulele Orchestra of Great Britain. Clearly written, easy to understand and beautifully designed, chock-full of photos and illustrations, there is a pull- out chord dictionary as well as tips and tricks for writing your own songs, and how best to play in a group. There are even biographies of great uke players from past and present, and ukulele revelations about Jimi Hendrix, Neil Armstrong, Elvis Presley and more... Ukulele for Beginners is the perfect teach-yourself ukulele book for adults and children alike, and a must for anyone with an interest in the instrument.
LC Classification NumberMT645.8