Fingerpick Any Song on the Ukulele for Beginners - Easy Fingerpicking Exercises

[@Trusi888]

I'm plucking... wow I had no idea i could do this. You remind me of my Mum.

[@OneMusicSchool]

Awwww!!! I’m so happy that this helped you!

[@arift.472]

@@firstnamelastname8386 🙄 Stupid ..

[@alexandertaranenko2488]

What a coincidence, she reminds me of your mom too.

[@becayebalde3820]

me Me 🙄 so stupid

[@dorrellsmith495]

Awesome!

[@itsisa460]

As a self taught player for almost 2 years now who never bothered to learn the proper way to pick this really helped me improve especially with a more advanced song I’m trying to learn so thanks 😊

[@amelia-br1nv]

Got a ukelele Christmas of 2017. Was very pumped to learn to play, but quickly lost hope of that. I could barely play one song, and only knew about 3 chords. I gave up playing my ukelele and didn’t pick it back up until today. I was inspired by a stranger who was fingerpicking on her ukelele to try to play again. I want to say thank you for being a good teacher and making this video. It was very helpful and within 5 minutes I could fully play the fingerpicking you taught! Much love . xx

[@OneMusicSchool]

You made my day!!! You have no idea how much this meant to me to read this. I’m so proud of you for giving the uke another try, and I’m thrilled that this helped you. Keep playing and never give up. I believe in you. I hope to see you I. The comments again.

[@amelia-br1nv]

One Music School Thank you very much! 😊

[@Amph3tamemes]

About a year ago i walked into a guitar store and about 30 minutes later i walked out with a ukulele in my hand. I didn't know how to play, nor did i have any experience with any string instruments. And so i sat down and gave it a try. It's impossible to master any instrument within a couple of days, all musicians know that it takes years HECK even your entire life to master. Losing hope means giving up, that's never a good thing. Practice makes perfect and after a while you'll start to notice that things will get easier. Anyhow i'll stop rambling here are some tips that helped me. - Try learning the *C Am F G* loop. If you're able switch between these 4 chords smoothly. Almost all the popular radio songs will be a piece a cake. - KZbin/internet are your friends. Don't know that chord? Google it. - Start a tab collection of songs you love/want to play on ultimate guitar ( www.ultimate-guitar.com/ ). It has lots of handy tools and it's free. - Make sure you absolutely suck at playing this instrument. If you keep practicing and accept that fact, you can only improve on your skills. And trust me, nailing something after hours upon hours of trial and error is one of the best feelings in the world. - The E chord is a bitch (i cheat by playing E7 instead. So i don't have to break my fingers mid song ). - Don't forget to have fun, playing music is not supposed to be a chore. - Wanna sing and play ukulele at the same time? Start practicing this as early as possible. Right now, do it. That's about it. "Hope"fully these tips could be of some assistance to you, or not. Have fun playing and good luck. Smell ya later, homies 4 life.

[@OneMusicSchool]

Have a great day!

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thanks for being here.

[@rachelhubbard3494]

I love the way you broke this down so clearly. This is a great exercise which I am practicing daily. Thank-you

[@OneMusicSchool]

I'm so glad that this helped you :). If you're ready for the next level, I made a Part II video that contains more exercises. Let me know if that helps. Have a great day and keep playing. Here's the link kzbin.info/www/bejne/foC5qqqijpuhbbM

[@flobeatrix6014]

This is the best vid for beginners! Your voice is really soothing and comfortable to listen to, it is just a very fluid video. the breaks give enough time to play and practice. i love the steady progression with the exercises. Thank you!

[@rjp63vip789]

Hey Katie I follow you here and on a Instagram! A few days after watching this video I came up with a A C E C E A fingerpicking pattern to transform sweet home Chicago into a Mississippi delta blues style! I'm loving the Guitarlele because I can play ukulele style on it and guitar style! I would love to see you do a few Guitarlele videos this year! Uke on! Your Flow is Strong! Plus you're a Stellar singer!

[@mariaportugall1933]

+Flo Beatrix hi guys, the best results that ive ever had was by using the Arthurs Uke Blog (i found it on google) definately the best plan that I have ever tried.

[@dwnthk]

Thanks. Finally someone is really teaching people how to play in a proper way.

[@thealainaedit]

My mom and grandma used to sing "You Are My Sunshine" to me all the time. As fun as that song is to sing with chords, finger picking feels so much more special. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@danapstover641]

I got a concert ukulele for Christmas and have practiced strumming cords. I am very slow at changing cords and beginning to feel like I'm never going to "get it". I can't believe how much better my, not great playing, sounds with this picking technique. I want to practice again. l feel like I actually may learn how to play a song one day. You teach at a great pace and I can pause the video to practice without problems. This was most inspiring.

[@SeanVplayer]

Great video Katie, not only did you cover fingerpicking but introduced basic rhythm counting as well. Brilliant! Thank you.

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thanks for the feedback! I hope it helps you and your students. How's teaching the little ones going? Let me know if you have any questions.

[@SeanVplayer]

It definitely helps me, I'm not quite ready to introduce fingerpicking to the littles just yet, LOL. I have three so far on soprano ukulele, and having the usual issue with getting them to practice. However, one of the three is Focused like a laser and IS practicing a LOT. His little sister is one of the three and she isn't making quite the same commitment. But they are all making progress, and having fun in the process. Dealing with two nine y.o.s, and a seven y.o. Thanks for your support, I will tell them that you asked about them.

[@RaiyanKamal]

Thanks for this lesson, Katie. I specially like how there is hardly any bloat in your videos and we get straight to the lesson after a quick intro.

[@Liboo52]

Thanks!

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thank you so much! I appreciate your support :).

[@nadiarichard771]

did i buy a ukulele because i’m bored in quarantine and i don’t have anything better to do? well that’s a secret i’ll never tell ;)

[@merilynagas]

Lol same as me, you should strum "can't help falling in love", so much easier

[@dbird1356]

Nadia Richard No, you bought a Ukulele because they are awesome! 🎶😎😷

[@jasmineavilaflores7197]

I literally did the same thing.

[@selinemol8182]

haha same for me :')

[@ozzybear3697]

I guess there are a few of us that all thought the same thing. Isolation, hmmmmm, gonna get a ukulele. :) Music is uplifting. Nice to learn how to make our own. :)

[@womanworthywomanwise]

You’re an amazing teacher. So generous. So kind and caring. Beautiful too. You’re a blessing. Thank you

[@dorenemellene960]

I've been fingerpicking songs for years using just my thumb on my guitar, and ukulele. Then I just came across your video after several months of watching other videos of people picking the way you do, and I've been wishing I could do it. The exercise is easy, but I had to sit back to take a look on how is this going to help me with just any song. Okay, I think I get it. I keep my left hand notes the same, but with the right hand use the correct finger needed for that particular note. Which means middle C and D would be 3rd string thumb. While E to Ab would be the index finger, and A to high G would be the middle finger, or medio. I hope this is right. Thank you for opening a huge doorway for me. P.S. You have an awesome, and relaxing voice.

[@iamsherk2605]

You are such a good teacher. Like it seems that you are not rushing with you are doing and just doing what you wanted to do, which is to help and teach your viewers.

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thank you for being so kind and I’m so glad that you this video helped you. Hank you for watching, and have a wonderful day 😀.

[@rickking3708]

Bought a uke for my grand daughter 5 yr old. Her favorite Christmas song is Jingle bells. I wanted to show her how easy it was and your video was perfect. After that I watched the finger picking video and even learned something for myself. Thank you so much!

[@BirdWhisperer46]

It's 8am, I have no ukulele, yet. I am picking up my Oscar Schmidt Tenor and a bunch of goodies in an hour and a half. I will be back by 10 and this is where I am starting.

[@OneMusicSchool]

Yeah!!!!!!! I’m so excited for you ❤️😀❤️😀❤️😀❤️😀. Congratulations on your new instrument!

[@BirdWhisperer46]

@@OneMusicSchool Katie, This OS Tenor Uke is more beautiful than the pictures, and not a single fingerprint on it. No scratches, no nothing. The frets will need to be filed slightly to make them smooth and it has dots on the side of the fretboard. I can't tell what brand of strings are on it, but it is set for High G now. I will be changing that as soon as possible. Mitch is happy. :o)

[@sisternaima]

I love my Oscar Schmidt. good choice 👍

[@BirdWhisperer46]

@@sisternaima The good news is, I bought a second Oscar with a bag and accessories and the Tattoo model. I have it set up with Low G stings. The bad news is, now I think I have a Ukulele collecting habit cause I just bought a britone Slotted Head Figured Okoume Ukulele. :o)

[@hyacinth6695]

@@BirdWhisperer46 gosh that's brilliant

[@TwistedArtdesigns]

It made me really sleepy 😴 but can’t wait to practice this great lesson

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thanks so much for watching! Let me m ow if you have any questions. 😀❤️❤️

[@mercytiroding825]

@@OneMusicSchool hey what does those numbers above the notes mean?

[@roxiethecockapoo1138]

@@mercytiroding825 They are the fret number in that string. So 3 would mean you place your left finger on the third fret, while 0 would mean an open string.

[@audreyha1579]

I LOVED this video Katie! Your calm demeanor and detailed explanations are perfect. I also loved that you had the chord pictures while the metronome was going and you didn't talk over it! Top notch. 10/10. Can't wait to continue my ukelele journey with you.

[@OneMusicSchool]

That makes me so happy that his helped you! Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words. It means a lot :). Have an awesome day.

[@annakotkina4900]

THE BEST TUTORIAL ABOUT FINGERPICKING

[@pammcreynolds]

Thank you Katie! So excited to learn this!

[@OneMusicSchool]

I’m so happy that this helped 🙂.

[@OneMusicSchool]

I also have an updated version of this tutorial, and I'll link that below. Fingerpick Any Song 2024 Edition - kzbin.info/www/bejne/fYS9cnWqgbBlpaM

[@kimbaptempura4073]

My Uke is in the mail, and I'm so happy I discovered your channel! This is perfect for beginners and on!

[@OneMusicSchool]

Yeah!!!! So excited for you.

[@graemebarrett8419]

Easy to follow and great layout to the page so we can see the notes, what your fingers are doing on the ukulele, and listen to your explanation. I was convinced I would only ever strum, now I think I can work this. Thank you.

[@martinwebb3394]

This sounds really nice and its so simple, even for someone like me who has been struggling for months and not making too much progress. You are a great teacher - I'm going to practise this. Thanks :-)

[@Poor_Mikey]

So grateful for good channels like yours! Very helpful video 😊

[@OneMusicSchool]

AHHH, you made my day. Thank you for your encouragement, and I really appreciate you watching. I don't take you for granted.

[@Greg-vd5om]

These are good basic fingerpicking practices we all need to do...Good job, Katie!

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thanks Greg! I appreciate the feedback. Sometimes I wonder if I'm explaining something too basically or making things too hard. Happy picking :).

[@Greg-vd5om]

I would not worry about that..The beginner can feel challenged and the intermediate student can be re-enforced with the basics (we all need)...keep doing your thing...it helps ALL of us....:)

[@OneMusicSchool]

You're the best! Thank you for the encouragement.

[@PravallikaRaosmile]

It is very clear to understand. I really did learn something productive today. Thank you.

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thanks for watching! I’m so happy that this helped you.

[@cr8070]

Chere One Music, votre lecon etait geniale, parfaitement bien explique, j avais un tres grand plaisir a vous suivre....100000000000000 merci en C7

[@avasuncle5375]

Aw, Katie thank you so much! I've been wanting to fingerpick for the last year and this made me so extremely happy to know that it can be this simple!

[@emmilymanrique4491]

Thanks! I always found ukulele tutorials and in most of them they would use fingerpicking and if I'm honest I thought I won't be able to do it right. I was actually able to do it while watching this and now I think I can improve. You're a great teacher.

[@sheilamonaghan2632]

I just started to learn to play but I am left handed and it feels awkward 😥should I get my uke restrung to play lefthanded?

[@HabenAmbessa]

aaahhh I can't wait for my Ukelele to arrive so I can get started! this already looks like a great video to follow along!

[@OneMusicSchool]

Ahhh! I’m so excited for you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️.

[@quimmochiii7231]

Well im stupid. I thought this was a tutorial on the song "any song" 🤦‍♀️🤦‍♀️ although your video was very helpful 😁

[@OneMusicSchool]

No, you’re not stupid at all 😀❤️😀❤️. I appreciate you watching.

[@aixois9970]

Yoonji’s Gun me too XD oof

[@bread6088]

Lmao I-

[@qulas23195]

Sameee😂😭

[@molinadhembla726]

Hey armyyyy 💜💜

[@HEIMAT64]

I'm 60. already, not sure at all to try it. Now I will, thank you. 🇩🇪

[@OneMusicSchool]

You can do it!

[@aoac1]

Terrific! Way easier than I thought it would be, 'cuz you taught it so well! Thank you, from an old guy.

[@suemattes202]

I love how playing this way sounds!!! I can’t wait to be able to play this way. I am going to have Lots of fun practicing.

[@amesjahhh5312]

Omg this was so easy to learn!! Although the first few tries of the exercise 2 was a little tricky for me so, practice makes perfect I guess! Gotta stay motivated :))

[@IoannaTsagari-BlackCottonDoll]

You are a great teacher ! I did it at once ! Just picked it up and did it ! Thank you

[@OneMusicSchool]

So grateful that this helped you 😀😀. Thank you so much for being here.

[@GabbyCastro]

omg, i thought this was the hardest thing ever, and now im doing this, thank you so much, your videos are amazing💘💘💘💘💘

[@OneMusicSchool]

You’re so sweet! Thank you so much for watching and I’m so glad that it helped!

[@jeanaragon248]

Wow! It is very clear to understand your lesson. I want to learn ukelele someday.. Thank you for your lesson.. God bless.

[@megwirth4761]

I just realized you are from my hometown!!! So cool. Your videos have helped me learn so much! Im away at college- but definitely will be checking out lessons if I am home for an extended amount of time!

[@OneMusicSchool]

No way!!! That’s so cool 😀. Just check me out at Heid Music in Appleton.

[@JeffJeno1000]

This, and your video on banjo/ukulele rolls and strumming have really given me improvement. So well explained and never rushed. Thanks heaps! And your amazing smile is as pleasant as your voice Katie!

[@virtuosoengineer]

This is a great video and inspired me to learn the Ukelele (I was watching several videos like this, before yours did the trick!). Wish I could have you as my teacher.

[@jenniegarcia3833]

Great lesson! Thank you for keeping it simple & great visuals.

[@pbl6888]

Thanks for that excellent introduction to fingerpicking on the ukulele. Could you please also make one for the low G uke?

[@ashleyfranco6823]

You are a fabulous teacher, thank you so much! Now it's not as daunting or impossible as I originally thought.

[@OneMusicSchool]

Yeah!!!! This made my day to know that this helped you. You can do it!!!

[@anniebaliang8353]

Thank you for sharing your ukulele finder pattern.,I love it

[@maddysharma2908]

Thank you sp much so easy and so calming ive been avoiding fingepricking thinking its not easy and tiresome but woah so soothing and easy indeed. Will practise more. Thanks alot ❤

[@megastarprime2]

Thank you! I've been scared to learn the finger picking, but this made me less apprehensive about it.

[@OneMusicSchool]

So glad that this helped!

[@kingdiazdaniel]

the way you explain music... wow

[@OneMusicSchool]

This was so encouraging to hear. I'm so happy that this was easy to understand.

[@gurl12389]

I like the way you teach. You make playing so much simpler.

[@bobbitocerealwx]

I just amazed myself. Wow. Thank you a ton for making this so simple and clear. Man. Cool!!

[@janellemellesantos7460]

This is one of the best tutorial for finger plucking.. 😍 such a great teacher!

[@sandiesing8142]

Thank you for this easy lesson. You made it simple for us to understand.

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thank you! I'm thrilled that this helped you. Thank you for being here and I hope to see you in the comments section again.

[@rjp63vip789]

Oh snap! Katie I used this idea fingerpicking A E C C E A to give Sweet Home Chicago a Mississippi Delta blues sound! You inspired a total beginner to finger pick! I am learning to play a Guitarlele but I can still learn ukulele tutorials because the of ADGCEA Tuning! Will you ever consider doing Guitarlele tutorials? Anyways Uke on! You're stellar teacher and singer! Thank you

[@matt57362]

YOU SAVED MY LIFE! I HAD TO SUBMIT A PRACTICAL TEST WITHIN 2 HOURS AND HAD NO IDEA HOW TO FINGER PICK GFSDGZFHIRFNEUDN THANK YOU!

[@OneMusicSchool]

Oh that's wonderful. So glad to help.

[@mleah.]

Wow now this is a helpful tutorial. Thank youuuu

[@chill_dayz2830]

I ordered a ukulele yesterday and it comes Sunday I cant wait!!

[@meeshl7022]

Thank you. Easiest tutorial I have found so far.

[@danielskender7836]

I love the two cameras sooo thank you for that.

[@OneMusicSchool]

So happy that this helped you 😀.

[@spanishjo1205]

You are the best ukulele teacher! Clear and best!

[@MzSoulll]

such a helpful tutorial. thank you so much. i'm excited to practice this.

[@OneMusicSchool]

Yeah!! So excited that you found this helpful 😀😀😀😀.

[@southerngirlsociety]

I would give the world to learn how to play my ukulele like I sit down and play the piano - or similar to how people would play a classical guitar. Soooo many youtube channels on here that are great for chording and singing along, but I'd sure love to learn a finger picking style to simply sit down and enjoy just playing pretty songs on my ukulele. Do you offer that? (I'm looking for actual videos that teach how to play popular songs with finger picking...)

[@terrygray7589]

Thank you so much for taking the time to share your musical slills with us again thank you

[@dodongbandotv6196]

Thank you for sharing video tutorial maam

[@karenshappy1]

Thank you! This was great for a beginner like me!

[@OneMusicSchool]

Awww! I’m so happy that this helped you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️. Thank you so much for watching.

[@karenshappy1]

One Music School I’m so glad I did! 😊❤️

[@karenshappy1]

@@OneMusicSchool I"m so glad I did!

[@yatintaneja21]

I liked the video but as a beginner I have no idea how and where is it useful...Show me the bigger picture... where can I use it?

[@renvollmer8945]

Your clear explanation and demonstration gives a lot of motivation! Thank you very much!

[@Rpye-br8vx]

Thanks you so much! You made it easy for me 🙌

[@marcrummusic]

Great video!! I bought my first uke today and wrote my first uke song! It was a fingerpicking tune but in triplets with the melody note in the first section falling on the last note of the triplet. Betcha a lot of people will tap on the melody note instead of the 'one'. Since it's my first uke and first song on a uke I called it....Uno. :) :)

[@OneMusicSchool]

I'm so glad that this helped you. I really appreciate you taking the time to comment.

[@marcrummusic]

@@OneMusicSchool Did you listen to my uke song? I'd be curious to hear what you think of it. 😁👍

[@jackiichocolate3172]

Hey Miss Katie thanks for the lesson. I am crazily in love with my ukulele nowadays .You inspire me to bring music to life!Thank you so so much .

[@OneMusicSchool]

Jackii, I always love hearing from you. You're so positive and uplifting. Thank you for being you ;).

[@jacquelinehainge8334]

Thank you very much. I can finally pick, thanks to your lovely lesson.

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thank you for watching, and I'm overjoyed that this helped you ;).

[@HburgMMAInstitute]

Thank you so much! Finally feeling like I'm making some progress. Any suggestions for sore fingertips??? So grateful for your channel!!! HAPA!!!

[@susank6267]

This is such a great lesson. I really like fingerpicking.

[@OneMusicSchool]

I’m so glad that you liked it☺️. I hope to see you in the comments again. You are so kind.

[@HedgeWitchCabinet]

this is exactly what i was looking for ! THank you!

[@catherineroberts5472]

Thank you that was great, just got to practice it a lot now.

[@customera7945]

Just bought a ukelele, and I'm loving your videos. Thank you.❤

[@OneMusicSchool]

This made my day 😀. Thanks for watching, and I’m glad that you like the channel .

[@3JBCel]

wow ! i can do this from now on..thanks a lot ! thanks so much for great sharing and very helpful tutorial my friend.. ! Loved you already my friend ! A Great Sunday to you dear.. Stay Blessed my friend..

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thank you so much for watching! I really appreciate it 😀❤️.

[@sheilalucas9154]

Brilliant Video, I'm keen to learn finger picking to a more advanced level now. Well done.

[@ximenasoledad271]

Oh! I think I'm finally learning fingerpicking! I love the way you explain

[@qweqewre618]

watching uku videos while waiting for ukulele to arrive. your video is very helpful i will definitely use this technique while playing. btw. ukulele videos have a lot prettier teachers than guitar ones :D thank you for video.

[@mirnarahal6258]

Très intéressant et bien expliqué! Merci

[@ursulawooden5264]

Fantastic explanation!

[@steveozaeta6573]

you are amazing, This is just what I need to know, Thank you ♥

[@jeanneparent5476]

Thanks you are very clear and easy to understand thank you so much

[@JoeMama-vj8es]

I plucking love this lady!

[@harisuno3295]

Bravissima, utilissima lezione per iniziare ad arpeggiare, speriamo a nuove lezioni di arpeggio. Grazie

[@OneMusicSchool]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@itsMe-oy6ry]

Hi Katie!! Yay!! Thank you for this 💕 this is gonna help me a lot 💜 love lots !! 💕

[@OneMusicSchool]

YES!!!! I was hoping this would help. I'm glad its something that you wanted to see.

[@user-ym9gg6mt9f]

Thanks, I really couldn't figure it out myself and this was just what I needed

[@lotlotdg4300]

I love it... i'm inspired to keep practicing ...

[@Woottart]

Thank you for this tutorial. Time now to practice it until it becomes natural.

[@andrewbojanich8003]

So many ways to learn good job so many different kinds of people

[@OneMusicSchool]

Thank you so much for being here, and I’m so happy that this helped you.

[@darciebickel5407]

This is a good one! I’d love to see some more picking patterns!

[@OneMusicSchool]

That's great to know that you want to see fingerpicking 201! I'll add it to the list!

[@kakeung98]

i have to teach my son since we cant go to class. we have online classes, but for the practice afterwards, i would have to watch him so i hv to learn myself. thanx

[@hironyx]

1:51 nice video. you got me there, i was trying to clean that fly off my monitor... good one.

[@acore327]

You are an excellent teacher. Thank you.

[@freedomk1958]

thank you Katie for your your videos ! can you do a tutorial for the picking pattern for blue kentucky girl? thank you!

[@tacoman5484]

This video helped the most out of any I could dimd

[@asangivangchhia9522]

You are a great teacher, I liked it 😘😘

[@saifkhawar]

this was so helpful!! thank you for making this 🥰

[@MJsEasyMusic]

i've never think about using metronom. Wow that is a good idea

[@OneMusicSchool]

I'm so happy that this helped!

[@anonymous-ns3ue]

Aahh I was hoping you’d post a video about fingerpicking one day thank you so much!!

[@OneMusicSchool]

I'm so happy to see you in the comments today! It's been so long. How have you been?