3 Things I Wish I'd Known As a Beginner Ukulele Player

I wish that I knew what I know now... Yes, Rod Stewart's words ring loud and clear in our latest video. Start your ukulele journey on the right foot with these helpful suggestions.
♥︎ A D F R E E V I D E O S -- bit.ly/3t48KZk
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[@giannagarda7598]

A good tip I learned from a ukulele player and a guitar player is to set a schedule - for example: five minutes a day to practice a scale with the metronome; five minutes to practice a tricky change of chords; five minutes to practice a strumming pattern or a finger-picking exercise; five minutes to learn a bit of a song that may include what was practiced before. It seems that setting goals help increase motivation.

[@laughteraddict1003]

Just noticed Gumby in the window. I didn't realize he was a ukulele fan ! Cool

[@CarolsGrandAdventure]

Self taught during lockdown with a guitar, I decided to also learn the uke! Found your lessons to be spot on! Not a day goes by I don’t have a uke in hand. Along with (now) two guitars I also have 3 ukes and a banjolele! Looking to expand my uke playing by learning to play more than just on the first 3 to 4 frets.

[@ThatLynnGirl]

I just ordered a Kala concert ukulele and it’s arriving today. I haven’t touched strings in maybe 50 years but I’m officially retired and bored. Can’t wait!

[@Jayla60]

Kevin, your videos are amazing -- clear, concise, and fun. THANK you for doing them, sharing and instructing us.

[@avrilc3075]

Just found you today! I’ve been playing for a few weeks now and I have a makala concert size uke I received as a gift😊

[@Kikiyayazengardens]

I started playing 10 month ago and perhaps I skipped only one day on my first day of corona so I couldnt sing. Still corona has affected my vocal cords but I practice every day for at least an hour. I can now play over a 100 songs.

[@Marys-Channel]

30 days! Done ✅ Thanks Kevin 😊 I did it! I recorded the same song for 30 days. The benefits are more than just improved performance. It kept me accountable and disciplined. I almost missed a day. But, I made it before midnight! I highly recommend 30 day challenges. They're obtainable. 🦋

[@SasssyRita]

Hi, Ive just purchased a soprano to learn on with the desire to end up in the style of Jake Shimabukuro..I always thought it was an instrument for beachside campfires until I heard his version of Bohemian Rhapsody, fell in love and bought it the next day, now looking for the correct order to learn, wish me luck 😊

[@jimcummings4712]

Baritone for me. I have a Kala. I play bluegrass. Just got the baritone. Still learning. I have played 5 string banjo,mandolin,and upright acoustic bass. Uke is awesome!

[@AllForUke]

Thanks for sharing, Jim! If you'd like more learning resources, drop by the AllForUke website and have a look at our extensive library of courses, song sheets, tabs and practice jam tracks. Thanks for learning with me! - Kevin | allforuke.com

[@phillipmouncey4452]

Kevin you are great communicator your lessons are spot on. i liked your comment earlier on you cant pick up a uke without smiling . I really like the way your pets occasionally bomb your session. How many do you actually have. Take care god bless you

[@darrenszefer5373]

Hi, started learning the ukulele 3 months ago and from 🇬🇧, just finished the first 10 day kickstart and loved it 👍never played any instrument before but got the Ukulele bug and play most days 👍

[@IThinkImGonnaUke]

good tips. I think playing a little bit every day helps me the most!

[@libelle8124]

Hello, Mr AllForUke, I started about four weeks ago, now. My first instrument. I love it. Especially fingerstyle. It's so relaxing.

[@rhondalyn100]

Great tips, Kevin, thanks so much. Tenor is my jam. I'm gonna take the 30 day challenge to play a little every day and record a few minutes of it. Enjoying your channel.

[@Marys-Channel]

Thanks Kevin! Yep... Every Day!!! I've made full comment to my ukuleles almost 2 years ago. I made it part of my body. I own 4 of them. I always have a ukulele with me everywhere I go. Came in handy waiting for my car repair service.lol. Plus I grab every opportunity I can to Jam! You never know who you're going to meet! 🦋

[@Marys-Channel]

p.s. I love 30 day challenges!!! Very effective. I just wrote a new song. I'm accepting your challenge and can't wait for the results. Starting NOW ☺️

[@elizabethpollock9580]

I have a microphone hook up to record. Just started using it. Still having a hard time with B. My first finger still wants to pop up when putting down other fingers at same time.That is what I will be working on. Oh, and love the tutorials on your website. Just started the barre chord series. But I will conquer the "B"!💓

[@juliefitch6259]

Such good advice about staying focused. I started learning Uke over a year ago but felt I was making no progress - probably because I was flitting from one video to another and not staying with a song long enough to master it.

[@kipagumin6302]

Last tip was perfect i played for 2 week i record for every single day n it seem improving, i play concerts

[@SusanMJB45]

Excellent suggestions Kevin. Thank you !!! My #1 challenge is to pick up my uke every day !!!

[@sandrina2418]

Thanks , really appreciate your advice , even when I play the uke since 3 years. Don't forget to smile you playing the uke 💚 love it

[@tazmac4559]

You are such a great teacher, thankyou

[@Chris_of_Scotland]

Where is the best place for a complete beginner to begin? Scales? Or chords?

[@federicopfennig6163]

Cuestion, can i put tenor strings on my baritono uke?

[@planb4212]

true. true. true. 🙂

[@laurajohnson435]

Great tips thanks. I love your videos. First found you on the Mr. Fantasy video 🙂. I have a soprano a concert and baritone. I'm still a beginner trying to calm down on the buying until I play better 😄.

[@ZendeHellebuck]

Hey i have a question can you make a tutorial of the song Mr. Forgettable by David Kushner for the uke i really want to learn how to play it

[@johnchisholm7350]

Well you have hooked me completely, but my fingers are83 years old. How can I free them up? John. C

[@andreaadd1987]

Hello

[@therrybush2267]

Can’t find your store? Interested in a baritone ukulele, what would be the best?

[@AllForUke]

allforuke.com/shop is the shop link and if you click any of the ukuleles in the shop you'll be redirected to Kala's site where you can purchase anything from their catalog to have shipped direct. I am a Kala ambassador so any ukulele or accessory purchases help support the channel :) Thank you for learning with me! - Kevin | allforuke.com

[@hardik419]

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