I started playing the ukulele with a friend when we went to a club about 10 years ago. She has given up but I've been teaching myself to read tabs. My friend says that I'd never amount to anything because I can't play anything without having the music in front of me. I told her she is wrong because I can now pick up music and play it like I'm reading a book. I'm in my 60,s and once watched a man playing songs on a stage and he kept forgetting his words . There is no shame in having the songs or music in front of you. I don't want to be a superstar. I used to play for the residents in the care home before the pandemic. It would be lovely to be able to play from memory but at my age it just gets more difficult.

@jeffweinbergeruke

5 ай бұрын

Keep it simple. Start with the easiest songs. Au Claire De Lune, Go Tell Aunt Rhody, Little Liza Jane, etc. Then gradually add complexity. Try it! BTW, I almost always have sheet music and song sheets in front of me, just in case!

@Dougthebrummie

4 ай бұрын

Is it better to just use tabs only and not worry about memorising what each note is. I am 70 and just got my first uke.

@crosstie9139

3 күн бұрын

​@@DougthebrummieI've found it's best to try a variety of methods and pick which one you feel most at home with

Good information. I have always believed that if you play an instrument, and you make others aware of it, you should have 3 songs memorized and ready to play at the drop of a hat.

@jeffweinbergeruke

5 ай бұрын

It is good to have high standards like that. Push yourself! One of the most common complaints I get from aspiring musicians is that they have reached a plateau and don't seem to be progressing. Nothing rekindles the fire like forcing yourself to learn, master and be able to perform three new songs in a short time. Can't hurt, right?

Yea ive found that no matter how talented you are or how intricately you can play when theres a group of people they want a song. Give the people what they want.

@jeffweinbergeruke

2 күн бұрын

Exactly!

I'm teaching myself how to play right now, still in very early stages, and this video is so helpful and encouraging. Thank you, I'll be saving this to watch again!

@jeffweinbergeruke

Ай бұрын

Great! Let me know if you need help.

@MegisTryingHerBestOK

Ай бұрын

@@jeffweinbergeruke thank you so much!

my first time hearing you, the Ukulele brings back memories of Arthur Godfrey, sure do miss his show, take care and thank you for the memories

@jeffweinbergeruke

10 ай бұрын

I was just a kid when Arthur Godfrey was around, but he was a great ambassador of the instrument.

Great advice. I always have my music book handy but halve a half-dozen or so to rip of the top of my head....and one or 2 to impress. Really enjoy your content....thanks....keep on Ukin' in a free world Jeff....

You nailed it brother. An opera singer once listened to my choir sing. We all had our songsheets out and were singing our hearts out. he applauded us. Thanked us. Then he took our books away and said that he didn't know what we were doing, it was good but not music. Then he said try it without the songsheets. Made the world of difference.

@jeffweinbergeruke

6 ай бұрын

True musicianship is hard work and takes a passion, focus and devotion that most people who play never achieve. Those who go beyond that, though, are my heroes!

Such a simple idea but yes it’s so important and now I’m going to do this!!

@jeffweinbergeruke

Ай бұрын

Agreed. It gives you that solid foundation and confidence.

Good video! Thanks.

@jeffweinbergeruke

15 күн бұрын

Danke!

you can always leave your uke at home and escape embarrassment

Good advise - thanks

@jeffweinbergeruke

4 ай бұрын

My pleasure!

Hi Jeff, I like you videos and the way you teach. I think new players expect to much to quick and they get frustrated. Take it nice and slow. I learn something new everyday from videos like yours. Thanks. I wanted to add, I know lots of strums but what one are you using for Bad Moon Rising if you don't mind me asking? I found the strum tutorial on your website.

@jeffweinbergeruke

5 ай бұрын

Danke!

Good idea. I can play "Bad Moon Rising" decently I know "Jambayala" but I cannot find a good strum pattern for it. What do you recommend.

@jeffweinbergeruke

7 ай бұрын

Jambalaya is early country, which needs what I call the "Hank" strum. Take a C chord or whatever key you do the song in and hit just your G string on a down strum. Then on a down strum, hut the rest of them thar strings. You could do just that over and over or ad an up strum in after that. You could also do D DU DU DU (A quarter and 6 eighths). The best thing to do is listen to the record and play along to get the feel or watch a uke club (group) doing it and play along til you get the feel. It is more about listening and feeling than it is about anything technical. Listen to tons of Hank Williams and soak it all up by osmosis. It will come to you!

Thank you so much for the advise ….. what uke are playing here ?

@jeffweinbergeruke

4 ай бұрын

You're welcome. It's a Romero Tiny Tenor made of Mahogany. theukulelesite.com/romero-creations-mahogany-st-concert-stc-m-23002.html

What kind of Ukalele are you playing? Beautiful

@bernardinelermite1133

6 ай бұрын

Looks like a koa wood Romero Creations Tiny Tenor... 😉

Like type normal practice or so, just wondering 80 years old..

@jeffweinbergeruke

Ай бұрын

Sorry, what's the question?

So the best thing to do is talk a lot and not play anything. Got it ! 👍

@jeffweinbergeruke

7 ай бұрын

Obviously that is not the point. If you already have that one good song, then good for you! Play it with all your heart and find other videos that are more up your alley.

Well maybe grow up from ukulele practice?